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Useful And Essential Facts About Hot Springs In California

By Anna Parker


One of the states in the US that has great geographical diversity is California. The state has numerous natural features and one of them is hot springs. California is a great place for touring because of the hot springs. A hot spring is made of underground water ejecting onto the earth surface. They occur naturally. This is what Hot springs in California are all about.

The water that comes from these structures is usually warmer than the ambient temperature of air and even the human body. This water usually remains hot or warmer even when the surrounding land is covered in ice during winter. Hot bubbles may sometimes form in the water, making it turbulent. This strange phenomenon is formed through different ways.

One method of formation of this feature is through heating of underground water. The water is heated by surrounding rocks so that its temperature and pressure rises. The water is therefore forced through crevices when it expands to the ground surface. The high pressure built into the water by the increase in temperature is what causes it to be pushed to the surface.

In most cases, the water just pools at the location it is ejected to the surface. In extreme cases, the water is ejected several feet into the air before it returns down due to gravity. In such a case, it forms a natural water fountain. The water can be ejected at very high pressures that it can be used to produce geothermal energy in some cases.

Different kinds of mineral are present in the ejected water. Some people believe that certain skin diseases such as eczema can be cured by the water because of the minerals. However, these claims have not been proven scientifically. There are many geothermal springs in the state where people go to relax and have a good time.

These features are located in different places in the state. Good examples are Sierra Spring Resort and Center, Vichy Spring Resort, Wilbur Spring, Desert Spring, and Travertine Spring. Others include The Spring Resort and Spa, Indian Spring Resort and Spa, Beverly Spring, and Desert Spring. People from all over the Us and the world over are attracted to these features.

San Francisco is located only two hours from the Vichy Spring Resort. This resort has existed for more than 165 years. Most of the springs named above have water that steams at more than 100 degrees F. The water is carbonated because it contains high amounts of carbon. Olympic-sized swimming pools can be found in these locations. Other natural facilities that one can explore are also located near most of these facilities.

When one wants to have an ultimate trip, it is advisable to consider these facilities. The various facilities charge different amounts of money where some are relatively cheap while others are very expensive. Regardless of the price that various facilities charge their guests, one can always find one that is affordable to them.




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