By Ken C

June 24th, 2010 – We had six hikers who enjoyed a beautiful day at this popular clothing-optional creek. I arrived at Bowen Ranch a little late, but most were waiting, naked in the parking lot when I arrived. The two mile hike down to the springs was easy. The weather was nice and warm, with a cooling breeze – not a cloud in the sky. The high desert scenery along the way was beautiful. I noticed and photographed a few flowers.

We passed one clothed couple on the way down. When we arrived, we sat on rocks to remove our shoes in order to wade across the stream to the hot pools. The water was perhaps two feet deep and very peasant – not cold at all. We first gathered in a shady area to eat our lunch and talk. Then for several hours we soaked in the hot pools, swam in the river, and talked. It was very enjoyable.

We met several locals who told us about some other areas we might freehike in the future. I’ll take a little time to visit these areas so we can schedule them if they look good. Anyone interested in joining my explorations? Perhaps 50 people were at the springs, though the area is large enough so it didn’t feel crowded at all. At least half of the people at the Creek remained clothed, but no one mentioned our nudity or seemed to care, as the mix of clothed and unclothed is a common occurrence here.

Mid-afternoon, we decided to leave. The sun was hot, but the breeze blowing past our nude bodies kept the temperature just right for the freehike out. It is such a wonderful experience, freehiking with good friends, being one with nature! A special thanks to Ron of Deep Creek Volunteers fame who led the hike.

Here is a link to a few more photos from our Deep Creek hike.