Developed hot spring pool · Oregon
Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground
Harney County, Oregon · 76 miles south of Hines, OR
Last updated
- Type
- Developed Developed hot spring pool
- Water temperature
- 174°F (79°C) at the source
- Cost
- Paid entry (check current price)
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Hines, OR (76 mi / 122 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
- Scalding: recorded at 50°C or above. Water at this temperature causes burns in seconds.
About Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground
Editor's note. Alvord Hot Springs is a privately run soaking spot on the edge of the Alvord Desert in southeast Oregon, with two concrete pools, a small bathhouse and a campground. The nearest services are limited, so arrive with fuel and water.
Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground is a developed hot spring pool in Harney County, Oregon, about 76 miles south of Hines, OR. The nearest large city is Nampa, ID, roughly 121 miles away as the crow flies.
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 174°F (79°C). That puts it in the "too hot to enter at the source" range. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
This is a developed site with built pools, tubs or a bathhouse, so there is usually an entry fee, set opening hours and basic facilities.
Water temperature
Too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
Readings come from the NOAA thermal springs list, OpenStreetMap mappers, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.
Map and directions
Red marks Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 42.54389, -118.53318.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Hines, OR. The spring is about 76 miles (122 km) south of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Nampa, ID, about 121 miles (195 km) in a straight line.
- Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.
Weather forecast
Live forecast for this exact spot from the US National Weather Service.
Hot springs near Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground
- Mickey Hot Springs 187°F
- Flagstaff Butte Hot Spring 126°F
- Baltazor Hot Spring 181°F
- Bog Hot Springs 131°F
- Fivemile Spring 81°F
- Howard Hot Spring 135°F
Before you go
- Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
- Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
- Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
- Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground?
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 174°F (79°C), which is too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
Where is Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground?
Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground is in Harney County, Oregon, about 76 miles south of Hines, OR. The GPS coordinates are 42.5439, -118.5332.
Is Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground free?
No. It is recorded as a paid site. Check the operator's website for current prices and booking rules.
What hot springs are near Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground?
The closest listed spring is Mickey Hot Springs, about 13 miles northeast. Flagstaff Butte Hot Spring is about 26 miles away.
What should I bring to a hot spring?
Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.
Sources and corrections
This listing combines OpenStreetMap, the NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2
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