Umpqua Hot Springs

Douglas County, OR
3.7
6 Reviews
Umpqua Hot Springs
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Distance
0.52 miles
Elevation Gain
108 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back

Features

Hot Springs
Waterfall
Dog Friendly
Romantic
Family Friendly
River
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Thinking about Umpqua Hot Springs? Take a short 0.5-mile hike to this hillside hot spring. Before or after your soak, hit the trail to nearby Toketee Falls.

When you arrive at the hot springs you'll see a bathroom and large dumpster in a small gravel parking lot. From the parking lot you'll see a bridge which leads to the trail up to the springs. Its a 0.25 mile walk up to seven different pools, sitting 150ft. above the North Umpqua River. All the hot springs set the perfect soaking vibe with a variety of sizes, temperatures and an excellent view. If you really want the full experience, stay until the stars come out.

Would you like some cold, fresh natural drinking water to cool off with during your soak? Then take a quick walk up river to this hidden mountain stream. Before you cross the bridge in the parking lot, find the trail that follows up along the river. After about .4 miles the trail will walk over a heavy flowing stream, this is the one. Make your way down and give it a try. Some avid local soakers said its one of the freshest natural drinking spring in the country and I believe them!

Fees
During the summer season, there is a day use fee per vehicle (learn more). 

Winter Access
In the winter, this will become a 2.5 mile RT hike. You can find the parking area along the North Umpqua River by following this link.

Key Tip
Please remember to pack out what you pack in so others can enjoy this place too. 

Camping
Camping is no longer available at or around the hot springs -- this is a day use only area. Toketee Lake campground is very close to the pools.

Nearby Adventure
If you're looking for an extra adventure close by, check out Toketee Falls. Right after you pull off the Umpqua highway towards the springs, there's a left turn marked Toketee Falls. Once you park, Its a .7 mile walk to a lookout deck over the absolutely beautiful waterfall. If you're feeling more adventurous, hop the fence and scale your way down the cliff to enjoy a refreshing dip in the pool. (highly recommend).

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Whitney Seiler
7/29/2017
Just Okay
I agree with other recent reviewers. The springs are super crowded and, as a result, not very clean. The pools are interesting geographic anomalies ...
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Michael Graw
5/29/2017
Crowded, and nude
Some of the reviews have pointed this out now, but Umpqua Hot Springs is almost always packed and nearly everyone is nude. Which is ...
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Shayla Curtis
12/6/2016
magical ✨
a place to go and explore nature and yourself. truly magical, and very special. i will always cherish my moments spent here with friends 💜
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Nathan Wall
7/28/2016
A gem no longer...
Overuse has ruined Umpqua Hotsprings. Pack it in, pack it out - It's a simple concept, folks, and bury your solid waste or use ...
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Josh Jorgensen
4/6/2016
EMPHASIS ON SWIMSUIT
Dont get me wrong, really awesome place. However, I apparently showed up during a massive nudist colony meet up. Naked people playing music around ...
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Kaila L
12/27/2015
Gorgeous!
These pools are incredible. Stunningly beautiful, peaceful and relaxing. A couple of things you should probably be aware of: 1) These hot springs are ...
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