I will note that the parking lot says permit required and the box was empty containing day permits so that part was a tad confusing. I can wait to go back to this little oasis of paradise! Hot springs feel amazing. Went just a couple days ago. Smoky but open. Had the place all to ourselves. Just remember to pack out what you bring in. Respect Momma Nature!!! It was open as of September Lots of families and kids in the tubs but they were all being safe and respectful.
A bit trashy, people left garage thrown around. A lot steeper than anticipated and a bit strenuous! Definitely not closed. We didn't see any sketchy people there, but I imagine it could be a hot spot.
The climb up is actually steep, so wear something better than flip flops. Steep hike. Nice hot - warm water. Watch out for nude people. Place is beautiful minus all the graffiti along the way starting from the parking area.
Once at the hot springs the place was full on the Wednesday we were there with someone playing house music. People seemed respectable other than the loud music. Such a shame to visit a place that is so beautiful on its own but ruined by the graffiti everywhere. When we got back to our car, the lot had what appeared to be homeless hippies bbqing in the lot. Weird vibes here. Trail is not closed. The trail to get there 0. It was a nice spot to sit in the water and enjoy the nice hot pools.
Expect naked people. This trail is in no way closed as of June 23rd. It almost seems that people mark it as closed to keep people away. It looks like it should be in a inner city with how people treat it.
Lots of naked dudes. Super pretty. Definitely a stop to make!!!! Trail is short. Bathroom at start of trailhead looks like someone ate garbage then exploded. Hot springs are toasty! Variety of temps to choose from. Great river views. Went today on Wednesday and there were hardly any people out. I loved the Hot Springs it was worth it! The entrance is closed sadly and we had to walk for 50 minutes to the hot springs.
There is black ice on some spots of the road , it was tiring but my friend and I had fun! I recommend going in the winter the hot springs are pretty hot. Has been and remains closed per USFS website but typical visitors to places like this don't care and continue to ruin it for others. Place has been ruined by social media and careless visitors.
The road leading to the trailhead is open, but you certainly need snow tires or chains to be safe. Short hike that is muddy and somewhat slippery, but it was pretty easy in Yaktrax. Have to scramble over some rocks at the end. Very unique experience; would highly recommend. With the proper management, this place could be much more beautiful and enjoyable experience for many. Got there at dusk hoping the approaching dark would thin out the crowds.
The parking lot dumpsters are obscenely overflowing with trash as well as the vault toilet which is almost completely full of waste up to the seat, and homeless people are camping in their cars. The four springs that are actually hot are hogged by revelers, including one guy who shouted a jeer at me for wearing a mask when I first arrived due to the trail being so narrow and having to pass by closely to other people.
We waited for about an hour for a warm pool to open up; one did as we were getting dressed but we were over it at that point.
This place would greatly benefit from a partnership between the Umpqua National Forest and caring locals, as in the Remington Hot Springs California model.
At that location, there is a Facebook group of locals that routinely volunteer their time to clean, pick up trash, periodically drain the pools, and generally discourage negative behavior. They have implemented rules that visitors limit their time to a half hour when the springs are busy, and keep gorgeous places such as this the relatively pristine places they should be. Only complaint was the trash. If you can pack it in you can pack it out.
Pick it up. Use Navigator in the AllTrails app and join the other outdoor explorers who have completed this trail. Length 1. This terrace of geothermal pools are a welcome stop along the North Umpqua trail for mountain bikers and hikers. They are also easily accessible from the road. There are no fees to park here but be warned in the summer months the lot may fill up quickly.
Take some photos from this beautiful bridge. This bridge was constructed in and is 6 feet wide! Over the years people have built up the two original pools into a terrace of pools on the hillside that progressively become cooler as the water cascades down. At the bottom of the hill turn left across the two concrete bridges.
Proceed 2. Proceed another. The parking area will accommodate six vehicles and a Northwest Forest Pass is required to park at this trailhead. Cross the foot bridge over the North Umpqua River to the trail. Turn right, proceed. Proceed another 0.
Cross the footbridge over the North Umpqua River to the trail. Turn right, proceed 0. Turn to the right and start to climb a steep trail for 0. At the next fork turn right and climb a narrow trail for 0.
At the final fork, take the path leading uphill and to the left. Look for the shelter. The top pool is also the hottest of them all; the pools lower on the cliff get progressively cooler. Love hot springs? We do too! Check out our list of the best hot springs in Oregon! According to the US Forest Service , this is temporarily closed due to wildfire damage.
However, according to recent reviews on Alltrails , it seems that people say it is not closed. We will try to update this article as soon as we hear more, however, please contact the Toketee Ranger Station with any questions you may have, as they will be able to give you the most up-to-date information. Please respect any active closures and do not trespass.
Good to know: The Forest Service road is gravel and depending on the time of year, it can have quite bad pot holes. While visiting this hot spring with my friend Nina, we got a flat tire, so just watch out!
Just be sure to get an early start on the day to avoid the crowds as best as you can! People of all ages and abilities hike this short trail and make it to the hot springs without too much trouble.
The path is clearly marked at the trailhead. Insider Tip: Download the trail notes from Alltrails before your trip. Good to know: One thing to note is that the trail getting there is quite steep for a short section, and the path itself is dirt with lots of rocks and roots.
In short, it gets crowded. Instagram made sure of that! Also, try to visit during the weekdays. Want another Oregon Hot Spring suggestion? Check out the lesser-known and less crowded!
McCreedie Hot Springs. Umpqua Hot Springs is open to the public year-round, and each season has its own draws and drawbacks. Yes, a bit. The odor is a mixture of sulfur and also just the smell of many people using the hot spring. You may have seen some beautiful and perhaps heavily-edited! The water is more murky than blue, and in most of the pools, we noticed a bit of a film on the surface of the water.
Again, just want to give you realistic expectations! The answer to this is going to depend on you. So here it is for ya one last time:. The answer to this question is going to vary from person to person. Definitely fill up before you start heading here as the location is quite remote.
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