Rain or shine, it’s always a good time to visit hot springs near Portland. While The City of Roses is known for food trucks, coffee culture and quirky vibes, most Portlanders are unaware of the ten natural hot springs that can be reached between 1-3 hours from PDX.
Picture: Map of Hot Springs Near Portland – View Statewide Oregon Hot Springs Map
If you’re seeking a quick getaway, there are four hot springs near Portland, around an hour’s drive and located off I-84 on the Washington side of the Columbia River. The other six hot springs are between Eugene and Bend, requiring a slightly longer but still manageable drive of 2-3 hours depending on your destination.
Hot Springs 1 Hour from Portland
Just inside Washington near the towns of North Bonneville and Carson, are the four hot springs about an hour’s drive from Portland. Two commercial resorts, a small group of private rental cabins and a HIGHLY seasonal non-commercial soak. Learn more about hot springs in Washington.
Bonneville Hot Springs Resort – 50 Miles
Picture: Outdoor pool at Bonneville Hot Springs Resort
Bonneville Hot Springs Resort, located on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge near North Bonneville, is just under an hour’s drive from Portland. It is perfect for those looking to day soak or spend the night.
The hot pools at Bonneville are a major draw for visitors, with indoor and outdoor pools, in-room geothermal hot tubs and cold plunges available. To get there, take Highway 14 East from Vancouver, Washington, and follow the signs to North Bonneville. The hot springs are located near the town, and parking is available on-site.
Clothing Optional: No public/yes private
Season: All
Type: Commercial, Roadside
Rates: Check for latest
Closest Food/Gas: North Bonneville
Wind River Hot Springs – 51 Miles
Picture: Two Bedrock Hot Pools at Wind River Hot Springs
There’s nothing quite like a late-season hot soak in the bedrock pools of Wind River Hot Springs. Make no mistake, these pools are tough to reach. Not only is their accessibility limited to low water conditions (typically late July to mid-September), but they are also surrounded by private property.
While there are other ways to access the riverbank hot pools, the most preferred route is to park within the city of Carson and hike to and ford Wind River (during low water conditions). Avoid parking along Indian Cabin Road, as area landowners have been known to cause trouble.
Clothing Optional: Yes (with caution)
Season: Late Jul-Mid Sep (all other times river level is too dangerous for crossing/pools are submerged)
Type: Public, Hike/River Ford
Fees: None
Pit Toilet: No
Closest Food/Gas: Carson
Carson Hot Springs Resort – 56 Miles
Picture: Indoor pool at Carson Hot Springs Resort
About an hour from Portland is a historic hot springs resort located in the town of the same name on the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge. Carson Hot Springs features an authentic bathhouse, multiple hot pools, spa facilities, cozy overnight accommodations (with hot springs fed baths) and on-site dining. Perfect for staying the night and for day-tripping.
To reach Carson Hot Springs drive on I-84 E to Cascade Locks, cross the bridge and take WA-14 E to St Martins Springs Rd, which leads to the resort.
Clothing Optional: No public/yes private
Season: All
Type: Commercial, Roadside
Rates: Check for latest
Closest Food/Gas: Carson
Tenzen Cabins and Springs – 57 miles
Picture: Outdoor Hot Springs Tub at Tenzen Cabins and Springs
Tenzen Cabins and Springs is an exclusive group of six rental cabins that combines Japanese-inspired minimalism with Scandinavian spa culture, situated in the pristine Columbia River Gorge. The adults-only cabins are located outside Carson, Washington, on 100 acres of land and offer sublime views of the surrounding forests. Each cabin has its own private outdoor shower and soaking tub, fed by a continuous flow of geothermal hot spring water.
To reach Tenzen Cabins and Springs drive on I-84 E to Cascade Locks, cross the bridge and take WA-14 E to Berge Rd and follow for 2.5 miles.
Clothing Optional: Yes, in an enclosed outdoor pool and shower.
Season: All
Type: Commercial, Roadside
Rates: Check for latest
Closest Food/Gas: Carson
Hot Springs 2+ Hours from Portland
South of Portland in the Mt. Hood and Willamette National Forests you will find six hot springs more than worthy of soaking your troubles away. Although all of the below hot pools can be accessed year-round caution should be exercised during winter. It is always a good idea to check road conditions before departure.
Bagby Hot Springs – 65 Miles – 1 Hour 45 Minutes from Portland
Picture: Filling the Whiskey Barrel Tub at Bagby Hot Springs
Frequently referred to as a Portlander rite of passage, Babgy Hot Springs is one of Oregon’s most popular public hot springs. A 1.4-mile hike through a tranquil old-growth forest leads to a variety of hot pools and soaking options. Ease your tired muscles into a hollowed-out log filled with hot water in private or enjoy a soak with friends old and new in a whiskey barrel-style hot tub.
There’s a backpacker campground just a quarter mile past the hot springs if you are up for backpacking. That is if you don’t feel like camping at the trailhead. Bagby is rare in that it is available for a hot soak 24/7 while most public hot springs in Oregon are closed at night.
Clothing Optional: Yes
Season: All (forest service road not maintained during winter)
Type: Public, Hike
Fees: $5/person
Pit Toilet: Yes
Closest Food/Gas: Estacada
Breitenbush Hot Springs – 107 Miles – 2 Hours from Portland
Picture: Enjoying a Soak in the Rain at Breitenbush Hot Springs
Breitenbush Hot Springs features abundant hot soaking pools, overnight accommodations, a vegetarian buffet and access to yoga and meditation programs. Add to that a 150-acre wildlife sanctuary, 20 miles of trails, campgrounds, dorms, a conference center and even a gift shop. All of these add up to the largest private geothermal facility in the Pacific Northwest.
From spiral tubs to meadow hot pools under the wide-open sky, Breitenbush maintains a variety of soaking options and temperatures. Interested in visiting this unique natural hot spring? You’ll need to make a reservation oftentimes well in advance.
Clothing Optional: Yes
Season: All
Type: Commercial, Roadside
Fees: $22-$38 per adult on a sliding scale
Restroom/Changing Room: Yes
Closest Food/Gas: Detroit
Kah-Nee-Tah Hot Springs – 107 Miles – 2 Hours 15 Minutes from Portland
Picture: The Hot Water Splendor of Kah-Nee-Tah Hot Springs Resort
Situated in the heart of Central Oregon north of Bend, Kah-Nee-Tah Hot Springs Resort offers a unique blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage and copious hot springing opportunities. The resort’s centerpiece is its collection of rejuvenating hot springs pools, ranging from soothingly warm to invigoratingly hot.
The resort’s architecture seamlessly blends traditional Native American design elements with modern comforts, creating a harmonious and immersive atmosphere. Visitors can explore the resort’s cultural exhibits, learn about the local history and traditions and even indulge in delicious cuisine inspired by Native American culinary heritage.
Clothing Optional: No
Season: All
Type: Commercial, Roadside
Fees: Check for latest
Restrooms/Changing Rooms: Yes
Closest Food/Gas: Madras
Bigelow Hot Springs – 145 Miles – 2 Hours 30 Minutes from Portland
Picture: The Sole Silty-Bottomed Riverside Pool at Bigelow Hot Springs
Bigelow Hot Springs is a secluded, natural hot spring in Oregon’s McKenzie River Valley, approximately 60 miles east of Eugene. Accessible via a short walk along the riverbank, the spring features a small, intimate pool surrounded by lush greenery and the soothing sounds of flowing water.
Clothing Optional: Yes
Season: All
Type: Public, Roadside
Fees: None
Pit Toilet: No
Closest Food/Gas: Blue River
Belknap Hot Springs Resort – 150 Miles – 2 Hours 45 Minutes from Portland
Picture: The Lush Gardens at Belknap Hot Springs Resort
Belknap Hot Springs Resort features two mineral-rich hot springs pools, inviting visitors to soak in the soothing waters and relax amidst lush greenery. Beyond the hot springs, Belknap boasts beautifully landscaped gardens, hiking trails and a peaceful riverfront setting.
Clothing Optional: No
Season: All
Type: Commercial, Roadside
Fees: $7/person
Restrooms/Changing Rooms: Yes
Closest Food/Gas: Blue River
Cougar Hot Springs – 160 Miles – 2 Hours 45 Minutes from Portland
Picture: Cascading Hot Pools at Cougar Hot Springs
Each of the four hot pools at Cougar Hot Springs has its own unique charm. Some are shallow and perfect for soaking your weary muscles, while others are deeper and offer a more adventurous dip. The surrounding forest adds to the serene atmosphere, making it the perfect spot to unwind and reconnect with nature.
Clothing Optional: Yes
Season: All
Type: Public, Hike
Fees: $7/person
Pit Toilet: Yes
Closest Food/Gas: Blue River
All 10 Hot Springs Near Portland
- Bonneville Hot Springs Resort – 1 hour from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to North Bonneville, WA
- Wind River Hot Springs – 1 hour from Portland, Public, 2 Rock pools, No fee, Close to Carson, WA
- Carson Hot Springs Resort – 1 hour from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Carson, WA
- Tenzen Cabins and Springs – 1 hour from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Carson, WA
- Babgy Hot Springs – 1.75 hours from Portland, Public, Multiple pools, $5 fee, Open 24/7, Close to Estacada, OR
- Breitenbush Hot Springs – 2 hours from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Detroit, OR
- Kah-Nee-Tah Hot Springs Resort – 2.25 hours from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Bend, OR
- Bigelow Hot Springs – 2.5 hours from Portland, Public, Single pool, No fee, Close to Eugene, OR
- Belknap Hot Springs Resort – 2.75 hours from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Eugene, OR
- Cougar/Terwilliger Hot Springs – 2.75 hours from Portland, Public, Multiple rock pools, $7 fee, Closed at night, Close to Eugene, OR
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