Resort
Esalen
Near Big Sur, California
TypeResort
Best seasonYear-round
Nearest townBig Sur
legendary cliffside baths above the Pacific (night reservations).
Soak smart: temperatures vary and can scald, primitive pools are use-at-your-own-risk, and access, permits, and clothing-optional rules change. Check current conditions before you go.
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