Natural hot spring · Oregon
Snively Hot Spring
Malheur County, Oregon · 14 miles west of Parma, ID
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Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 171°F (77°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Parma, ID (14 mi / 22 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
- Scalding: recorded at 50°C or above. Water at this temperature causes burns in seconds.
- Historical record only: this spring has not been confirmed on the ground since 1981 and may be on private land.
About Snively Hot Spring
Snively Hot Spring is a natural hot spring in Malheur County, Oregon, about 14 miles west of Parma, ID. The nearest large city is Caldwell, ID, roughly 26 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 171°F (77°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.
It is a natural spring with little or no development. Some natural springs have rock pools you can sit in, while others are too hot, too shallow or on land where soaking is not allowed.
This spring comes from the US federal Thermal Springs List compiled in 1981. Nobody has confirmed it on the ground for this directory since, so treat the details as historical. Many springs on that list sit on private ranch land, so never visit without permission.
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, 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 Snively Hot Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 43.72700, -117.20300.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Parma, ID. The spring is about 14 miles (22 km) west of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Caldwell, ID, about 26 miles (42 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Boise, ID.
- 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 Snively Hot Spring
- Deer Butte Hot Spring 115°F
- Mitchell Butte Hot Spring 144°F
- Vale Hot Springs 163°F
- Givens Hot Springs 117°F
- Jonesboro Warm Spring 113°F
- Juntura Warm Spring 2 95°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.
- Pack out everything you bring, including food scraps. Do not use soap in natural pools.
- 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 Snively Hot Spring?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 171°F (77°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 Snively Hot Spring?
Snively Hot Spring is in Malheur County, Oregon, about 14 miles west of Parma, ID. The GPS coordinates are 43.7270, -117.2030.
How do I get to Snively Hot Spring?
Head for Parma, ID; the spring is about 14 miles west of town. Enter the GPS coordinates 43.7270, -117.2030 into Google Maps or Apple Maps, or use the directions buttons at the top of this page. Mountain and forest roads can close in winter or after storms, so check with the land manager before you go.
Can you camp or stay near Snively Hot Spring?
Camping and lodging details are not recorded for this spring. The nearest town with services is Parma, ID. Rules differ by land owner: some springs allow camping close by, while others ban it near the water. Check the land manager's current rules.
Can you soak at Snively Hot Spring?
The source is too hot to enter safely. Natural springs vary. Some have pools built by visitors, others are too hot or shallow, and some are on private land or in areas where bathing is banned. Check local rules and test the water before you get in.
What hot springs are near Snively Hot Spring?
The closest listed spring is Deer Butte Hot Spring, about 1.5 miles northeast. Mitchell Butte Hot Spring is about 3.4 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 the NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1
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