Umpqua Hot Springs
Umpqua Hot Springs
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Situated 150 feet over the North Umpqua River and close to Crater Lake National Park.
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Jenn
Cle Elum, WA2 contributions
Jul 2022 • Family
We went first thing in the morning (7am) on a Wednesday and there were only a few people there and it was still clean, hot, overcast, and quiet. Perfect. Highly recommend, again, if you go super early. We also checked the parking lot for sketchiness before walking up. There were only about 4 cars and no one camping, so we headed up. We took our kids and they were able to do the hike and enjoyed the springs.
Written July 8, 2022
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Brian
Portland, OR1 contribution
Jul 2020
Boy I feel old.
I used to come here while in college so much I nearly lived there. Back when you could camp in the area, across the river was an awesome spot during the summer. There was only one pool back in the day.
Unfortunately, the influx of people into Oregon and the Internet has overwhelmed the water's capacity (the time it takes to refresh the pools). That's not great.
It's really a place, even with the additional pools dug out, that really would support only a handful of people at one time. So, during the peak of the summer it is probably worth avoiding. In the winter, it might still be great. Strap on some snow shoes and visit :)
I used to come here while in college so much I nearly lived there. Back when you could camp in the area, across the river was an awesome spot during the summer. There was only one pool back in the day.
Unfortunately, the influx of people into Oregon and the Internet has overwhelmed the water's capacity (the time it takes to refresh the pools). That's not great.
It's really a place, even with the additional pools dug out, that really would support only a handful of people at one time. So, during the peak of the summer it is probably worth avoiding. In the winter, it might still be great. Strap on some snow shoes and visit :)
Written July 27, 2020
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Toni I
17 contributions
Mar 2015 • Friends
I went to the hot springs this weekend and what a lovely site the Umpqua National Forest is. The hike up to the hot springs is short but steep as everyone has stated. I went in the morning around 11 and it was nice. There's a gazebo with a spring under it although I never went in due to it always being packed. It was nice and not crowded at all which I was worried about- just hikers coming by to relax. I was in the first spring to the left when you arrive and although smaller, it was the hottest one! Bearable and relaxing. I read reviews about the "hippies" and what not using the springs for their personal hygiene and did not find anything like that and was happy about that.
Until I went back at night.... It was crowded with these "hippies" and I didn't really mind, I'm not shy nor judgmental so I got naked and joined a spring with this belligerent drunk couple. Funny they were, the reviews finally came true. The lady began pulling clothes from her bag and rinsing out their undies in the spring. Foul. Really grossed me out and just made me think how often this actually happens. A few minutes later I see a beer can floating in the spring! I grab it and ask the laundry lady to set it aside due to no edge being next to me, she empties the can INTO the spring, still containing beer and throws it somewhere to the side. I wanted to scold her in some way, but due to her drunkenness I was not trying to start a fight. That was the last straw for me. There were beer cans all around on the ground and old, moldy towels laid along the rocks. These people were literally bathing in the springs. I don't have a weak stomach and I'm not picky- but I was beyond disgusted and so was my group and we left. It's sad to see the springs being trashed. I will not be coming back to these hot springs but the trip was worth it and I suggest going back in the summer! The river and lakes in the area are a gorgeous turquoise, too bad it was cold or I would of dove in!
You might have a different experience then me- like I said when I went during the day it was perfect. Just a night is what turned me off.
Until I went back at night.... It was crowded with these "hippies" and I didn't really mind, I'm not shy nor judgmental so I got naked and joined a spring with this belligerent drunk couple. Funny they were, the reviews finally came true. The lady began pulling clothes from her bag and rinsing out their undies in the spring. Foul. Really grossed me out and just made me think how often this actually happens. A few minutes later I see a beer can floating in the spring! I grab it and ask the laundry lady to set it aside due to no edge being next to me, she empties the can INTO the spring, still containing beer and throws it somewhere to the side. I wanted to scold her in some way, but due to her drunkenness I was not trying to start a fight. That was the last straw for me. There were beer cans all around on the ground and old, moldy towels laid along the rocks. These people were literally bathing in the springs. I don't have a weak stomach and I'm not picky- but I was beyond disgusted and so was my group and we left. It's sad to see the springs being trashed. I will not be coming back to these hot springs but the trip was worth it and I suggest going back in the summer! The river and lakes in the area are a gorgeous turquoise, too bad it was cold or I would of dove in!
You might have a different experience then me- like I said when I went during the day it was perfect. Just a night is what turned me off.
Written March 26, 2015
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DouglasC-Roseburg
Roseburg, OR61 contributions
May 2013 • Couples
The place smells like weed and alcohol, and is a dump.
People are naked, that probably shouldn't be naked.
Its a out of the way hang out for druggys and hippies freaks who think its still 1967.
The war is over .. avoid unless you wanna catch something.
People are naked, that probably shouldn't be naked.
Its a out of the way hang out for druggys and hippies freaks who think its still 1967.
The war is over .. avoid unless you wanna catch something.
Written July 29, 2013
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kfeathers
Swannanoa, NC1 contribution
Huge potholes getting there. About 20 dirty, scary feeling, grifters with their kids, dogs and chickens. Felt unsafe. We left.
Written June 2, 2014
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ProudOregonian
Medford, OR81 contributions
Jul 2017 • Couples
It reeks of feces & is covered in slime. The water quality is murky at best. It's full of naked hippies, if that's your thing. It was closed for some time due to high levels of ecoli. Too bad, it could be pristine & it's in such a beautiful area.
Written July 22, 2017
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Angela R
Ashland, Oregon, United States17 contributions
Aug 2012 • Family
We hiked like 6 miles to find this all natural hot springs and I was very disappointed. I had my 11 year old with me and EVERYONE was naked. I didn't know as I am new to the area. People were making out and it was really gross. We will not be going back.
Written July 21, 2013
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griffinlair
California2 contributions
If you can find it, Umpqua hot spring is well worth the walk!! It took my husband and me a while to find the trail head, then once we did we headed in the wrong direction. There's other hotspring looking areas on the hill above the trail that are not the springs! Easiest way I can say to get there once you find a place to park...cross the river of course. If you can see someone on the other side ask them how far from and which way the foot bridge is (from the main hot springs parking lot it's just a few 100 yards down river, to the left if I remember correctly), otherwise you can wade across like we did. Umpqua river is FREEZING, but passable. Once you are across the mighty Umpqua and are looking up at the mountain go to your right. There is a well used trail. Stay to the bottom of the hill on the well used looking trail...soon it starts to takes you up. Or you can do as we did and blaze your own trails up the hill on what looks like trails, but are really deer trails. :( (Not fun!!) Once you reach the amazing Umpqua hot springs you just have to decide which pool to get into. (Of course, thats after you get up on the platform and take in the awesome view of the river down below). I personally like the sheltered tub. I think it has the most beautiful travertine and the water is pretty doable. The first pool you come to is HOT!! You could dip in quick, but I wouldn't recommend a long soak in that one as it's at least 120 degrees. I read somewhere before to walk cautiously. Very true!! There is water everywhere and the natural travertine tile is very slick. And believe me, you don't want to go sliding down into the river, it's a long drop! Definately be prepared to see some nakedness at the springs. I don't recall seeing anyone in bathing suits when I was there last july. I recommend going back in the morning or afternoon and checking out the natural spring also. You're basically looking at it from the hot springs. It's back across the river, just really hard to see through the trees. When I heard there was a natural spring I expected a small hole in the ground. No!!! This is a 50' natural mountain spring gushing straight out from the side of a mountain. Really cool to see!
Written July 1, 2008
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JimmieZ
Sutherlin, OR229 contributions
I have been to the hot spring a couple times in the 20+ years I have lived in Oregon. I thought maybe the second time would be better than the first. Nope!
If you enjoy hanging around almost nude to completely nude intoxicated people with the smell of Marijuana in the mountain air, then this place is perfect. Also, nothing like having some discarded garbage left behind to decorate the area.
As far as going in the water, I have never been in the water. Bacteria loves warm water.
There might be some decent people that actually frequent the hot springs, but second time is the charm for me. I will not be going back.
If you enjoy hanging around almost nude to completely nude intoxicated people with the smell of Marijuana in the mountain air, then this place is perfect. Also, nothing like having some discarded garbage left behind to decorate the area.
As far as going in the water, I have never been in the water. Bacteria loves warm water.
There might be some decent people that actually frequent the hot springs, but second time is the charm for me. I will not be going back.
Written June 2, 2014
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DavidRoseburg
Roseburg, OR119 contributions
Feb 2018 • Family
The location is beautiful, nice view, natural hot spring water in dug-in holes.
But dogs run amuck in the area, with associated unsanitary deposits. Naked people in an area with children makes no sense. No changing rooms.
What a waste of a great natural feature.
But dogs run amuck in the area, with associated unsanitary deposits. Naked people in an area with children makes no sense. No changing rooms.
What a waste of a great natural feature.
Written December 11, 2018
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loopydo2000
Vancouver, WA
where is the best and closest camping
Leonard
Roseburg, OR1,757 contributions
Camping us no longer allowed at the trailhead or at the hot springs. Toketee Lake Campground is 3 miles away and Lemolo Forebay Campground is 4 miles from the trailhead.
Bonnie F
Vancouver Island, Canada
Are you allowed to bring a dog if it is on leash?
kobesgamma
Roseburg, Oregon14 contributions
you can probably get your answer at the umpqua hot springs web site
buug1554
Houston, TX
Is there any kind of reservation that needs to be made or is it first come first serve?
stayfido
Jacksonville, OR9 contributions
First come first serve. I'd advise early or late. There's a campground about 3 miles away on the reservoir that you can either drive from or hike along the river to the springs.
JustMio
Roseburg, OR19 contributions
Hi, Does it smell like sulfur? (my wife has allergies to sulfur).
Zinzin2323
Redmond2 contributions
I didn't notice too much of a sulfur smell at all.
Bill W
The Dalles, OR
I have never been to a hot spring can I find someone to guide me?
PassitonTC
West Linn, OR28 contributions
Google Northwest Hot Springs or see if your library has Falcon Guide, Hiking Hot Springs in the Pacific Northwest
How Do I Get There From Sutherlin 12 Miles North Of Roseburg Please Send. Direction To My Cell:(541)817-3250 My Name Is Brian
Sh-mack
100 contributions
Brian I am from Canada and back there now so email it is! Take highway 138 east out of Roseburg. You will see a sign on your left for Toketee Falls. Take it and stay left where it says to go to the falls. Drive past the trailhead then stay right when there is an option to do so. You will be on a numbered road (like 4148 or something now) you will know you are on the right track when you come to a single land bridge with a hub cap sitting right before it on the right. Just a little bit further and it will be on your left. There is parking and sina signs. It costs. $5.
Elcascas
80 contributions
Is somewhere close where people can camping overnight? My kids want to camp around but we don't have and RV.
Alleganymom
Coos Bay, OR43 contributions
We tent camped at the Tokatee camp ground it is on the same road going to the hot springs. It was lovely on the river on one side of the camp ground. We also have stayed along the highway at a couple of the BLM campgrounds. It also is near by crater lake and diamond lake. If you search for the Roseburg BLM you can get information on the other campgrounds. The U.S. Forest service lodge on the Tokatee road was very helpful. The main Umpqua is quite cold.
Sophie W
Portland, OR
Is there a hike-to campground near the springs (within 3 miles hiking?). Looking for some peace and quiet.
PassitonTC
West Linn, OR28 contributions
Toketee Lake campground is about 4 miles away on Rigdon Rd off State Route 138. You can ask local forest rangers where other primitive type campgrounds are.
Does it cost money to get in?
Toni I
17 contributions
No, I believe you don't. At least when I went there's was nobody there or a ticket thing to pay.
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- Attractions near Umpqua Hot Springs:
- (4.19 mi) Toketee Falls
- (7.64 mi) Watson Falls
- (3.52 mi) Umpqua National Forest
- (4.51 mi) Whitehorse Falls
- (7.99 mi) Lemolo Falls
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