Day 4: Hot Creek Geological Site

What is so good about staying in Mammoth Lakes, is the proximity of many natural and historical sites. We have been all over and sometimes we come back for the second time.  One of the highlights of this trip is the visit to the Hot Creek Geological Site, along Owens River Road, just a few miles from town.

Hot Creek Warnings

There is a trail that leads down to the edge of the Hot Creek.

Hot Creek Geological Site

Hot Creek is a phenomenon of live hot springs and fumaroles or gas vents that heat a cold mountain stream. The stream water is derived primarily from melting snow that leaves Twin Lakes, 8,000 feet above sea level.

Hot Creek Danger Sign

Hot Creek also harbors danger. The locations, discharge rates, and temperatures of springs often change. The larger and more vigorous springs discharge from fractures in the volcanic rock (altered rhyolite) in the gorge.  That’s why there is a posted sign.  Since 2006, it has been closed, no swimming allowed.

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7 Responses to “Day 4: Hot Creek Geological Site”

  1. Gemma Says:
    May 28th, 2009 at 1:12 am

    Fascinating signs in a beautiful place!

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  2. Arlene Says:
    May 28th, 2009 at 4:09 am

    Great sign! and wow mommy your getting profy in your shots! I love the clearness and warmth of your objects.

    My entry is now up also.

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  3. Pacey Says:
    May 28th, 2009 at 5:15 am

    You always find beautiful signs to for our TWTW meme. Great signs but so dangerous indeed. Thanks for sharing to us your wonderful photos of your recent trip. Glad you’re back on comment mode.

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  4. Ewok Says:
    May 28th, 2009 at 11:19 am

    I finally got my post up. I enjoyed this series of yours. Great roadtrip. I love roadtrips.

    Ewok’s last blog post..This Way Thurs Way #2

  5. Pam Says:
    May 28th, 2009 at 1:04 pm

    I hope you enjoyed your trip, Ebie… I bet your glad to be home!
    This is a very intriging place to visit. Great photos.

    Pam’s last blog post..This Way – A Watery Pathway

  6. Rach (Heart of Rachel) Says:
    May 29th, 2009 at 5:05 am

    Sounds like a fun and wonderful trip.

    I wouldn’t dare disobey that sign.

    Rach (Heart of Rachel)’s last blog post..Aloha Friday #70

  7. Rosidah Abidin Says:
    May 29th, 2009 at 6:55 am

    Hot shots of a hot creek :)! Have a wonderful weekend, Ebie