Updated September 18, 2026

Hot Springs Near Bend, Oregon - 6 Within 75 Miles

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Hot springs near Bend include 6 soaking options within 75 miles, from volcanic caldera pools in Newberry Crater to McKenzie River resorts and forest soaks.

Riverside natural hot spring pool with steam coming out at mccreddie hot springs oregon

Closest Hot Spring

Paulina Lake Hot Springs

Closest Free Hot Spring

Paulina Lake Hot Springs

35 miles from Bend

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Hot Springs Near Bend, Oregon

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Hot springs near Bend spread in three directions from central Oregon's high desert. South into the Newberry Caldera, two volcanic springs sit within 40 miles along the shorelines of Paulina Lake and East Lake, both inside Newberry National Volcanic Monument. West across the Cascade crest, the McKenzie River corridor holds Belknap Hot Springs and the free pools at Deer Creek, roughly 60 miles via Highway 20. Southwest along Highway 58, McCredie Hot Springs near Oakridge is a free primitive soak along Salt Creek in the Willamette National Forest, approximately 75 miles from Bend. North via US-97 and US-26, Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs on the Warm Springs Reservation is roughly 75 miles with resort pools and overnight lodging. Bend's position between the caldera, the Cascades, and the high desert gives it a wider spread of spring types than most Oregon cities.

Closest Hot Springs to Bend, Oregon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest hot spring to Bend?

Paulina Lake Hot Springs inside Newberry National Volcanic Monument is approximately 35 miles south of Bend via US-97 and Paulina East Lake Road. Primitive pools sit along the volcanic south shoreline of Paulina Lake, reached by a 2.3-mile hike from Little Crater Campground. A $5 Northwest Forest Pass is required for parking.

Are there free hot springs near Bend?

Four free springs sit within 75 miles of Bend. Paulina Lake and East Lake Hot Springs in Newberry Caldera require only a $5 parking pass. Deer Creek Hot Springs near the McKenzie River, about 62 miles west, is free with no fee at all. McCredie Hot Springs near Oakridge, roughly 75 miles southwest on Highway 58, is a free undeveloped soak along Salt Creek.

Can I day trip to hot springs from Bend?

Paulina Lake Hot Springs is about 35 miles south and the closest day trip, though the 2.3-mile hike adds time. Belknap Hot Springs on the McKenzie River is roughly 60 miles west via Santiam Pass, about 75 minutes each way. McCredie Hot Springs near Oakridge is approximately 75 miles southwest and requires no hike from the roadside parking area.

When are the Newberry Crater hot springs accessible?

East Lake Hot Springs is accessible only in late summer and fall, typically from late July through mid-October, when lake levels drop enough to expose the shoreline pools. Paulina Lake Hot Springs has a longer access window but the Paulina East Lake Road closes around mid-October and reopens in late May. Both are snow-covered and inaccessible in winter and spring.

Which hot springs near Bend are open year-round?

Belknap Hot Springs on the McKenzie River, approximately 60 miles west, is open 365 days a year with day-use pool access from 9 am to 5 pm. McCredie Hot Springs near Oakridge is accessible year-round on Highway 58. The Newberry Caldera springs are seasonal. Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs on the Warm Springs Reservation, about 75 miles north, also operates year-round.

West past Belknap along the McKenzie, hot springs near Eugene add Terwilliger and Breitenbush to the Cascade corridor, both roughly 80 to 85 miles from Bend. Southeast on Highway 31, Summer Lake Hot Springs on the Outback Scenic Byway is about 125 miles from Bend and connects to the high desert springs near Burns.

More hot springs in Oregon

East Lake Hot Springs, Oregon

Primitive volcanic pools on East Lake's south shore in Newberry Caldera, 40 miles from Bend. Walk or boat 0.4 miles; late summer and fall access only.

Three Forks Warm Springs, Oregon

Warm springs at the confluence of three Owyhee River forks, 39 miles from Jordan Valley. 4WD required to reach the canyon; main pools require a river ford.

Ryegrass Hot Springs, Oregon

Free riverside pools in the remote Owyhee River canyon. Reached almost exclusively by multi-day float trip from Rome. Overland access is extremely difficult.

Greeley Bar Hot Springs, Oregon

Free riverside pools near the Birch Creek takeout in the Lower Owyhee River canyon. Reached almost exclusively by multi-day float trip from Rome, Oregon.

Wall Creek Hot Springs, Oregon

Free creekside oval pool in old-growth Willamette National Forest, 10 miles from Oakridge. Flat 0.3-mile trail, clothing optional, no facilities on site.

Bully Creek Hot Springs, Oregon

A small free concrete soaking pool in the high desert near Vale, OR, fed by warm geothermal water beside Bully Creek. No facilities, no signage.

Echo Rock Hot Springs, Oregon

Echo Rock Hot Springs is a free concrete Owyhee canyon pool, 3.5 miles from Leslie Gulch. Submerged by reservoir in summer, best fall through spring.

Mickey Hot Springs, Oregon

Free BLM geothermal area with boiling pools and Oregon's only natural mini-geyser on the edge of the Alvord Desert. Viewing only, no soaking.

Easterday Hot Springs (Lucky Seven Hot Springs), Oregon

Easterday Hot Springs is a free remote BLM spring near McDermitt with soaking creek from 120°F source water. No facilities, high-clearance vehicle required.

Crystal Crane Hot Springs, Oregon

A rustic high desert resort 25 miles from Burns, OR, with a large natural mineral spring pond and private cedar bathhouses. Day use and overnight stays.

South Harney Lake Hot Springs, Oregon

Free, undeveloped geothermal seep on private land south of Harney Lake, 34 miles from Burns. Two dug-out pools, 8-mile dirt road access, no facilities.

Bar M Ranch Hot Springs, Oregon

Bar M Ranch Hot Springs is a private retreat ranch with a geothermal pool in the Blue Mountains, 30 miles from Pendleton. Reservations required.

Hunters Hot Springs, Oregon

Hunters Hot Springs is a resort near Lakeview with a 104°F mineral pool and Old Perpetual, Oregon only active geyser. Confirm current status before visiting.

Lehman Hot Springs, Oregon

Lehman Hot Springs is a privately owned historic resort near Ukiah in the Blue Mountains, closed to the public and used only for private group bookings.

Lithia Springs Resort, Oregon

Lithia Springs Resort is a paid overnight mineral resort 2.5 miles from Ashland. Private soaking tub in every room, breakfast included, seasonal pool.

large outdoor concrete mineral pool in the town of Cove near La Grande

Cove Warm Springs, Oregon

Cove Warm Springs is a seasonal outdoor mineral pool in the town of Cove, open Memorial Day to Labor Day. Water is 86°F, untreated, swimsuit required.

Bingham Hot Springs, Oregon

A 633-acre Oregon ranch in the Blue Mountains with a natural mineral spring pool at 93 degrees. Pool access included with overnight stays and retreat bookings.

Borax Hot Springs, Oregon

Borax Hot Springs is a free geothermal observation site in the Alvord Desert, north of Fields. No soaking or swimming is permitted at this site.

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Hot Springs Near Bend, Oregon - 6 Within 75 Miles

Hot Springs Near Bend, Oregon

Closest Hot Springs to Bend, Oregon

Paulina Lake Hot Springs, Oregon

East Lake Hot Springs, Oregon

Belknap Hot Springs, Oregon

Deer Creek (Bigelow) Hot Springs, Oregon

Kah-Nee-Ta Hot Springs, Oregon

McCredie Hot Springs, Oregon

Frequently Asked Questions

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Echo Rock Hot Springs, Oregon

Mickey Hot Springs, Oregon

Easterday Hot Springs (Lucky Seven Hot Springs), Oregon

Crystal Crane Hot Springs, Oregon

South Harney Lake Hot Springs, Oregon

Bar M Ranch Hot Springs, Oregon

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Lehman Hot Springs, Oregon

Lithia Springs Resort, Oregon

Cove Warm Springs, Oregon

Bingham Hot Springs, Oregon

Borax Hot Springs, Oregon