Grover Hot Springs State Park

Location: County: Alpine. Nearest City: Markleeville. See map 4.

Campsites, facilities: There are 26 sites for tents, 13 sites for RVs, and 37 sites for tents or RVs up to 27 feet long. Piped water, flush toilets, coin-operated showers (except in the winter), a hot springs pool with wheelchair access, a swimming pool, picnic tables, and fire grills are provided. A grocery store and a Laundromat are nearby. Leashed pets are permitted.

Reservations, fees: Reserve by phoning 1-800-444-PARK-/7275 ($7.50 reservation fee); $15-$17 per night, $1 pet fee; pool fees are $4 per adult, $2 per child seven or under. Open year-round.

Contact: Phone the park at 1-530-694-2248. Pool information at 1-530-694-2649.

Grover Hot Springs SP
3415 Hot Springs Road
Markleeville CA 96120

Operating hours, seasons: Call the park for information; open all year round.

Park Kiosk Hours:

    • Hi Season: 8am-10pm
    • Lo Season: Varies

Directions: From Sacramento, drive east on U.S. 50 to the junction with Highway 89. Turn south on Highway 89 and drive over Luther Pass to the junction with Highway 88. Turn left (east) and drive to Woodfords and the junction with Highway 89. Turn south and drive six miles to Markleeville and the junction with Hot Springs Road. Turn west and drive four miles to the park entrance.

Weather, clothing: Grover Hot Springs State Park, located as it is against the Eastern Crest of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, has a climate unique in its diversity. A full range of seasons and weather offer the visitor the opportunity to experience a variety of conditions, from major blizzards to dry scorchers, from warm clear nights to intense, blasting thunderstorms. The weather can be changeable; layered clothing is recommended.

Trip notes: Grover Hot Springs State Park is in a beautiful valley surrounded by granite-topped mountains. Best known for its mineral hot springs, the park a has a variety of hiking trails and fishing areas along Hot Springs Creek. In winter, the park is popular for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The springs are open in winter, inviting visitors to relax in the hot water while looking out at the snow-covered terrain. This is a famous spot for folks who like the rejuvenating powers of a hot spring. Some say they feel a glow about them for weeks. When touring the South Tahoe/Carson Pass area, many vacationers take part of a day to make the trip to the hot springs. Side trip options include a nature trail in the park and driving to the Carson River (where the water is a mite cooler) and fishing for trout. The elevation is 5,800 feet.

 

 

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