Saunas in Midpines

Overview Facility type: Yosemite Health Spa — a small, calming community spa located inside the Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort (Main Lodge, below the restaurant) serving resort guests and day visitors near Yosemite National Park (Midpines, CA). Atmosphere & experience: Quiet, restorative, and community-oriented with both social and solitary options — a valley-view garden deck for lounging, a stainless-steel oxygenated hot tub with scenic views, a cedar hot-rock sauna with herbal infusions, a yoga studio for personal practice and classes, and intimate massage/therapy rooms. Features & Amenities Hydrogen peroxide + UV light stainless-steel hot tub (oxygenating, large capacity) with views of the gorge, mountains, and forest Cedar hot-rock sauna (hot rocks) with eucalyptus or lavender infused water bucket for aromatic steam Yoga room/studio equipped with mats, blocks, ball, cushions, blankets — available for personal practice when classes aren’t in session Aromatic/ayurvedic stainless-steel soaking tubs (two tubs in a tub room) with essential oils, music, and healing-focused blends Changing rooms with body shower panels and quality body cleaning products Garden deck with tables and lounges (valley view) — good for summer tea or winter cooling between sauna sessions Accessible features: accessible parking, ramps, accessible bathroom, assisted lift, and hot tub edge at chair-transfer height Extras on request: extra suits, large towels, robes in therapy rooms Services Spa Day Pass — access to the oxygenated hot tub, yoga room, and cedar hot-rock sauna Massage therapy (bookable online via Square) in Japanese- and Tibetan-inspired rooms with candles, music, and robes; therapists are scheduled regularly Swedish Massage Deep Tissue Massage Hiker’s Massage (lower-body focus) Climber’s Massage (upper-body focus) Aromatic Soaking Baths / Ayurvedic Soaks with curated essential-oil/mineral blends for muscle rejuvenation, energizing wellness, and skin renewal Yoga classes and yoga retreats (listed/hosted periodically) Pricing Day Pass: $20 — Every day, 3pm–10pm (includes hot tub, sauna, yoga room) Massage therapy (examples listed): Swedish Massage — 1 hour: $125 Deep Tissue Massage — 1 hour: $145, 1.5 hours: $195 Hiker’s Massage — 1 hour: $125 Climber’s Massage — 1 hour: $125 Aromatic Soaking Baths: 1 hour: $40 2 person: $70 Baths available 3pm–10pm; book by reservation (3pm–9pm slots listed) Booking / payment notes: Book on the spa booking tab (Square). There is a 24-hour cancellation policy for baths; spa may charge a card one day in advance — guests are asked to allow the site to store card info for pre-authorization (can be removed later). Location & Hours Location: Yosemite Health Spa, Main Lodge (below the restaurant), Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort — convenient for visitors to Yosemite National Park (Midpines, CA). Phone: 209.989.3598 ext 102 (available 3pm–10pm each day) Email: spa@yosemitebug.com Day Pass hours: 3pm–10pm daily Massage availability (noted): therapists listed Thursday through Monday, 1pm–9pm (schedule subject to change; check bookings) Notes What makes this spa/s sauna special: The hot tub is uniquely treated with hydrogen peroxide + UV light (described as oxygenating) rather than standard chlorine — presented as a cleansing, respiration-friendly soak. The cedar hot-rock sauna uses eucalyptus or lavender-infused water for an aromatic, decongesting steam experience. A combination of community feel (garden deck, social soak) and individual healing offerings (ayurvedic baths, focused massage types for hikers/climbers). Strong accessibility features (ramped access, assisted lift, chair-transfer hot tub edge) make it more inclusive for visitors with mobility needs. Integrated booking and payment policy (Square) with clear pre-charge and cancellation notes to ensure therapist scheduling. Overall, Yosemite Health Spa offers a compact but well-equipped spa experience tailored to outdoor enthusiasts (hikers, climbers) and resort guests, emphasizing natural aromatics, an oxygenating hot tub, accessible facilities, and targeted bodywork.

Overview Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort is a historic mountain lodge and retreat complex located in a small oak-and-pine valley about 27 miles downstream from Yosemite Valley. The property dates to the 1930s and blends rustic camp character with updated guest services. The facility offers a campus-style experience with cabins on stilts across a hillside, a main lodge with a restaurant (June Bug Cafe), a lower-level health spa, group/meeting facilities and several vacation rental houses. Guests range from couples and families to backpackers and group retreats. Overall atmosphere is relaxed, community-oriented, and outdoorsy, with an emphasis on simple comforts, regional food, and wellness amenities in a forested mountain setting. Features & Amenities Yosemite Health Spa Garden deck overlooking the gorge Large stainless-steel hot tub using fresh spring water Cedar hot rock sauna and a tub room for essential oil and herbal baths Yoga studio, massage and herbal therapy rooms Lodging variety (campus-wide) Private hotel-style rooms in cabins (Superior and Standard) Tent cabins (glamping-style and historic canvas tent cabins) Youth hostel dormitories and family dorm rooms Vacation rental houses nearby Dining — June Bug Cafe onsite serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a focus on regional, sustainable and some organic ingredients Group & event facilities Bodie Room (large meeting/event hall), Amphitheater (redwood bench seating), Yoga Studio, Ridge Top Plaza, Tenaya Room and dining hall/deck Property services and practical amenities Free parking (may be up to 300 ft from cabins), Wi‑Fi across property (fiber-backed), EV charging (Type 1 50 amp and 30 amp 14-50 plug) Coin laundromat, guest kitchen, shop at reception, mail drop, bag lunches to-go Accessible rooms, parking and public areas on each mountainside level Dog-friendly rooms (limited) for a $60 per stay fee Services Spa services: day passes, hot tub/sauna access, massage therapy, specialty baths, herbal treatments, personal yoga classes Dining services: full breakfast, lunch and dinner menus, takeout, trail sack lunches, catering for groups and weddings Group & event planning: venue rental, buffet/plated menus, AV/lighting, staging, seating, event packages, referrals for transport/guides/musicians Accommodations services: daily housekeeping for most lodging, reservation support, cancellation policies, visitor information and Yosemite itinerary help Transport/visitor assistance: YARTS & Amtrak stop at the end of the driveway; 15% discount if arriving by public transit or bicycle Pricing Dining: typical dinner entrees range roughly $19–$45; breakfast plates around $9.50–$14; lunch $13–$19; desserts $6–$7 Group packages & events: Group food/board packages start around $75 and up (bed, meals, taxes inclusive) On-site group catering/food for events can start at $65 per person (food, beverage, tax and accommodations noted as example) Venue rental ranges $100–$400/day for rooms like the Bodie Room Wedding buffet-style entree choices advertised in the $33–$39 per person range plus tax and 15% service charge Other fees: dog fee $60 per stay; corkage fee $10 for bringing your own wine Location & Hours Address: Yosemite Bug Rustic Mountain Resort, 6979A CA State Highway 140, P.O. Box 81, Midpines, CA 95345 Telephone: 209.989.3598 June Bug Cafe hours: open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily; breakfast service 7:00–10:30 AM; lunch around 11:30 AM–1:00 PM; dinner winter 5:30–8:00 PM (weekends later), summer later service times Spa: located on the lower level of the lodge with garden deck — day passes and services available (specific daily hours not listed on the extracted content) Reservations: online booking via their reservations link/OpenTable; cancellation generally 7 days (14 days for vacation rentals) Notes The resort emphasizes a historic, authentic mountain-camp character combined with modern comfort — cabins on stilts, restored sugar pine cabins, and a mix of lodging types for different budgets. Well-regarded on-site dining (June Bug Cafe) is a focal point — seasonal menus, vegan/vegetarian options, and made-to-order trail lunches. The Yosemite Health Spa stands out with its oxygenated stainless steel hot tub, a large cedar hot-rock sauna, and adjacent yoga and therapy rooms — ideal for wellness-focused stays. Strong appeal to groups: dedicated venues (Bodie Room, Amphitheater, Ridgetop), packaged pricing, and on-site event support make it suitable for retreats, weddings, and educational trips. The resort is mindful of sustainability (regional foods, composting/recycling) and practical visitor issues (Yosemite Vehicle Pass information, transit alternatives via YARTS).