Developed hot spring pool · Washington
Baker Hot Springs
Whatcom County, Washington · 25 miles southeast of Peaceful Valley, WA
Also searched as:Baker Hot Spring · Baker City Hot Springs
Last updated
- Type
- Developed Developed hot spring pool
- Water temperature
- 108°F (42°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Clothing optional
- Nearest town
- Peaceful Valley, WA (25 mi / 40 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Baker Hot Springs
Baker Hot Springs is a developed hot spring pool in Whatcom County, Washington, about 25 miles southeast of Peaceful Valley, WA. The nearest large city is Bellingham, WA, roughly 37 miles away as the crow flies.
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 108°F (42°C). That puts it in the "very hot" range. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
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
Very hot. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
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 Baker Hot Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 48.76153, -121.67271.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Peaceful Valley, WA. The spring is about 25 miles (40 km) southeast of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Bellingham, WA, about 37 miles (60 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Abbotsford, BC.
- 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 Baker Hot Springs
- Harrison Hot Springs Not recorded
- Sulphur Creek Hot Springs Not recorded
- Kennedy Hot Spring 100°F
- Gamma Hot Springs 140°F
- Clear Creek Hot Springs Not recorded
- Circle Wellness Spa Not recorded
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 Details in any directory can go out of date.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 Baker Hot Springs?
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 108°F (42°C), which is very hot. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
Where is Baker Hot Springs?
Baker Hot Springs is in Whatcom County, Washington, about 25 miles southeast of Peaceful Valley, WA. The GPS coordinates are 48.7615, -121.6727.
Is Baker Hot Springs clothing optional?
It is recorded as clothing optional. Rules can change, so follow any posted signs.
What hot springs are near Baker Hot Springs?
The closest listed spring is Harrison Hot Springs, about 38 miles north. Sulphur Creek Hot Springs is about 42 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
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