MUSTANG RIDE FROM BENTON Explore and observe wild mustangs May 15-19, 2026, offered by Rock Creek Pack Station. The first two nights are spent at the Inn at Benton, a historic silver mining town of Benton. Enjoy natural hot spring water in semi-private hot tubs at the Inn prior to camping for the remainder of the week in the wild horse territory at Pizona Meadow. Sound interesting? Contact Rock Creek Pack Station at 760-872-8331 or access their website at https://www.rockcreekpackstation.com/
TREK NEPAL Alpine Club of Himalaya is a trekking and tour company that provides a vast array of trekking trips, climbing expeditions, city tours, jungle adventures and more in Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet and India. They have over 20 years of experience and offer over 100 holiday packages personalized to your needs. Additionally, they have competitive prices and a team of well-trained, experienced, English-speaking guides. They offer the popular Everest and Annapurna Base Camp treks, Ghorepani Poonhill Trek, and many others. In November 2022, Benton Hot Springs' owners Bill and Diane hiked with Alpine Club of Himalaya. Owner Sujan Lamichhane provided complete airport pickup, hotel accommodations, and guiding services for our five-day trek of Poonhill Ghorepani and four days sight-seeing around Nepal. It was truly a once in a life-time adventure with an outstanding company and guides. We highly recommend using this company. Contact them at: alpineclubofhimalaya.com.
Historic Benton Hot Springs Non-Profit This nonprofit was established in 2012 with a mission to preserve the buildings of Benton Hot Springs and keep the stories of silver mining alive and real. We support this energetic and dedicated group. The non-profit is currently restoring a historic tinker wagon, the historic cemetery on the hill, continuing with the restoration of the historic Wai Wera hotel and placed several interpretative signs in town along Highway 120. Their efforts are only possible through fund raising events. The events consist of lively and fun living history presentations and relevant lecture topics. Please see below for upcoming events or click on the following link: historicbentonhotsprings.org or FB: Historic Benton Hot Springs
Upcoming Events
June 13th: Come Celebrate the Past Women of Benton
Join us for a day of fun, frivolity and history as we explore Benton and the women that have shaped it. We will be kicking off our day at Noon and want everyone feeling inspired to come dressed in the style of your favorite decade. The Historic buildings will be open for touring from 12pm-1:30pm. There will be Classic Car rides available, and Informative talks on various local subjects, in addition to "Horse" racing, Costume contest, a Scavenger Hunt, and Poker Tournament (prizes for the winners will be awarded silver bars). All proceeds go to our Non- Profit Partner. Food and drinks will also be available for purchase in the Old Kitchen, which is located in the back of the Wai-We-Ra Hotel. Silent Auction items will be displayed and available for bidding on in front of the General Store for most of the day. Finally, we will wrap up the evening with an appetizer & cocktail hour during the last of the historical women presentations, and then the Silent Auction winners will be announced during dinner. General Admission: 40.00 Dollars to enter the grounds and be able to take part in the afternoon activities and events. Dinner And General Admission: 125.00 Dollars which includes all day access and dinner. Children under 12 are free!
