Rain or shine, it’s always a good time to visit hot springs in Oregon. While Portland is known for many things, most are unaware of the naturally hot soaks a mere 1-3 hours outside of city limits.
There are five hot springs located within a 2-hour drive from Portland. Three of those are only an hour away, can be accessed via I-84 and are on the Washington side of the Columbia River. The remaining four hot springs are near Eugene and Bend and take 2-3 hours to reach.
Portland Hot Springs Map
Hot Springs 1 Hour from Portland
Just inside Washington near the town of Carson, are the three hot springs nearest to Portland. A commercial resort, a small group of private rental cabins and a HIGHLY seasonal non-commercial soak. View all hot springs in Washington.
Carson Hot Springs Resort – 56 Miles
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
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
Wind River Hot Springs – 51 Miles
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
Hot Springs 2-3 Hours from Portland
South of Portland in the Mt. Hood and Willamette National Forests you will find two 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.
Breitenbush Hot Springs – 107 Miles – 2 Hours 15 Minutes from Portland
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 – 109 Miles – 2 Hours 15 Minutes from Portland
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
Bagby Hot Springs – 79 Miles – 2 Hours 45 Minutes from Portland
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 an actual 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
Bigelow Hot Springs – 145 Miles – 2 Hours 30 Minutes from Portland
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 30 Minutes from Portland
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
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
Complete List of Hot Springs Near Portland
- Carson Hot Springs Resort – 1 hour from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Carson
- Tenzen Cabins and Springs – 1 hour from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Carson
- Wind River Hot Springs – 1 hour from Portland, Public, 2 Rock pools, No fee, Close to Carson
- Breitenbush Hot Springs – 2.25 hours from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Detroit
- Kah-Nee-Tah Hot Springs Resort – 2.25 hours from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Bend
- Bagby Hot Springs – 2.75 hours from Portland, Public, Multiple pools, $5 fee, Open 24/7, Close to Estacada
- Bigelow Hot Springs – 2.5 hours from Portland, Public, Single pool, No fee, Close to Eugene
- Belknap Hot Springs Resort – 2.5 hours from Portland, Private, Overnight accommodations, Close to Eugene
- Cougar/Terwilliger Hot Springs – 2.75 hours from Portland, Public, Multiple rock pools, $7 fee, Closed at night, Close to Eugene
