Small stone-lined soaking pools right next to the Big Sur River
Dense redwood canopy and steep canyon walls
Very minimal development — basically wilderness + hot water
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Usually only room for a few people per pool

Location: Ventana Wilderness, inland from Big Sur
Access: ~9–10 miles one way via Pine Ridge Trail

Water temp: ~100–104°F

-->No drivable road to it.
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