Natural hot spring · Oregon
Three Forks Hot Spring
Malheur County, Oregon · 73 miles south of Marsing, ID
Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 95°F (35°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Marsing, ID (73 mi / 117 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 2
About Three Forks Hot Spring
Three Forks Hot Spring is a natural hot spring in Malheur County, Oregon, about 73 miles south of Marsing, ID. The nearest large city is Nampa, ID, roughly 77 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 95°F (35°C). That puts it in the "warm" range. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
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.
The site has 2 mapped pools or sources within about 500 meters of each other.
Water temperature
Warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
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 Three Forks Hot Spring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 42.53025, -117.18456.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Marsing, ID. The spring is about 73 miles (117 km) south of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Nampa, ID, about 77 miles (124 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 Three Forks Hot Spring
- Canters Hot Spring 120°F
- Mickey Hot Springs 187°F
- Flagstaff Butte Hot Spring 126°F
- Givens Hot Springs 117°F
- Alvord Hot Springs Bath House & Campground 174°F
- Indian Bathtub Hot Springs 99°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 Details in any directory can go out of date.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 Three Forks Hot Spring?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 95°F (35°C), which is warm. Comfortable for long soaks, like a warm bath that has cooled a little.
Where is Three Forks Hot Spring?
Three Forks Hot Spring is in Malheur County, Oregon, about 73 miles south of Marsing, ID. The GPS coordinates are 42.5303, -117.1846.
Can you soak at Three Forks Hot Spring?
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 Three Forks Hot Spring?
The closest listed spring is Canters Hot Spring, about 32 miles north. Mickey Hot Springs is about 60 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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