Miracle Hot Springs, California
| Miracle Hot Springs | |
|---|---|
| Unincorporated community | |
  Miracle Hot Springs Location in California | |
| Coordinates: 35°34′33″N 118°32′04″W / 35.57583°N 118.53444°WCoordinates: 35°34′33″N 118°32′04″W / 35.57583°N 118.53444°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | California |
| County | Kern County |
| Elevation[1] | 2,382 ft (726 m) |
Miracle Hot Springs (formerly, Hobo Hot Springs, Clear Creek Hot Springs, Air Compressor Springs, and Compressor Hot Springs)[2] is an unincorporated community in Kern County, California.[1] It is located on the Kern River 14 miles (23 km) southeast of Glennville,[2] at an elevation of 2382 feet (726 m).[1]
The Hobo Hot Springs post office opened in 1932, and changed its name to Miracle Hot Springs in 1947.[2] The name Hobo was based on the rancher's name for the workmen who lived there, who were accused of stealing sheep and cattle.[2]
