Introducing Harbin Hot Springs

Touch the earth...

Nurture your body...

Rest your soul...

Expand your mind...

Open to the world...

Touch the earth...

Harbin Hot Springs is simply a beautiful place to be, 1160 acres of privacy, surrounded by many more acres of undeveloped woodland. Miles of hiking trails lead you on an adventure of the senses. Streams provide the background music, moonlight and stars provide direction at night, and silence abounds.

One of the many trails around Harbin

And then there is the water. Large soaking pools let you enjoy the waters as they come from Mother Earth; very hot, soothingly warm, or breath-takingly cold. Thanks to a state-of-the-art filtration system, even the large swimming pool contains absolutely no chlorine. We regard these pools as sanctuaries, and encourage silent meditation and quiet togetherness.

Sprawling redwood sundecks, like the entire pool area, are au naturel. They welcome sunning, soaking and swimming with or without swimsuits.

Start by breathing easier. Our home in Lake County features the cleanest air in California.

The Warm Pool

Once you're accustomed to the slower, easier pace, you should be ready for a massage or other health treatment. You may choose from a wide range of approaches including Swedish, Shiatsu, Deep Tissue, Rebalancing, Reflexology, and Acupressure. Check out our other Special Services which include Rebirthing, Hypnotherapy and Psychic Healing. And, of course, there's also Watsu, a powerful form of warm water massage developed and taught at Harbin. All our massage practitioners are professionally trained, certified and carefully screened. Appointments are scheduled in the Redwood health services office, seven days a week.

Nurturing includes eating well too, and we provide a number of options. Organic produce is always available from the natural food store or directly from our garden. Or join us for creatively prepared, all-organic breakfasts and dinners in the Stonefront Restaurant.

Then its time for another soak in the baths. Or a good book. Or a leisurely stroll. When was the last time you nurtured yourself?

Thanks to a few visionaries in the mid-1800's, Harbin Hot Springs is also a comfortable place to visit.

Charming Victorian-style buildings are tucked between the white oaks and walnut trees. Beautifully renovated rooms feature antiques, original art and furnishings made in Harbins own woodshop. Some rooms provide private toilet and shower while others use European-style shared bathrooms. For the economy minded, beds are often available in the mens or womens dormitories.

The Victorian-style Dwelling

As twilight approaches, our redwood sundecks become sleeping bag campgrounds for those who love sleeping under the stars. And there's always a spot of earth available for a tent.

The serene environment of Harbin provides an ideal stage for expansion and learning. Our group facilities, from the secluded Mountain Lodge to the spacious Conference Center, host conferences, workshops, events and classes for groups ranging in size from 14 to over 300. Our workshop schedule is as diverse as our guests, including renowned authors, healers and teachers from around the world.

The Loving energy of the Warm Pool

Although most workshops require advance registration, other classes throughout the week are open to guests on a drop-in basis. You're always welcome at our meditations or 12-Step meetings. Shake it out at our Unconditional Dance. Or stop by a yoga class. And if your stay coincides with a New Moon or Full Moon consider joining us for our celebrations at the Fire Circle or in the loving energy of the Warm Pool.

Expand your horizons. There's always something happening at Harbin.

Harbin's retreat center is maintained and operated without a single employee. Instead, more than 150 residents share the duties of preserving this land as a place of rest and renewal for others. We live simply. And although we strive to provide basic comfort and conveniences during your retreat, we have no desire to compete with elegant spas or fancy resorts.

The Harbin Community

During your stay you become part of our community, sharing meditations, soaks, meals and conversations with us. You can even offer to help us in the garden or with some special project in progress. Many of our guests say this is the reason they return again and again.

Welcome to Harbin Hot Springs.