Placerville Sauna

Placerville Sauna offers a restorative outdoor sauna and cold plunge experience centered on traditional Scandinavian bathing techniques. The spa features a traditional sauna crafted from 220-year-old local Cedar, which accommodates up to 18 people and includes the Aufguss ritual with essential oils, steam, and music. Spa-goers consistently praise the clean and beautiful facilities, which enhance the relaxing environment. A separate infrared sauna is available for one-hour sessions. The core experience involves contrast therapy, where guests cycle between the intense heat of the sauna and the invigorating cold plunge, a practice many find deeply restorative and energizing for both body and soul. The cold plunge, while noted as intimidating by some, is guided by knowledgeable staff to help guests get the most out of the experience.

Beyond the thermal facilities, the spa provides structured sessions including open sits, instructed sauna and plunge classes, and special events like girls' sauna nights which feature interactive elements such as aroma guessing. The owner and instructor, Marcus, receives frequent acclaim for being welcoming, knowledgeable, and passionate, significantly enhancing the guest experience. The venue also offers weight training workouts on-site. With a second sauna set to become active and a community-focused, down-to-earth atmosphere, this spa has become a cherished weekly routine for many visitors seeking connection and self-care.