Goldmyer Hot Springs
98–111°F
Pool temperatures
5mi
Hike, one way
Paid
Fees apply
A permit-only hot spring on private forest land east of North Bend, run by a nonprofit and limited to 20 visitors per day. Water from a restored mine shaft feeds three soaking pools and a cold pool. Reaching it takes a rough road drive followed by a walk of about 5 miles.
01 · Before you go
Plan your visit
What to expect on the ground: rules, facilities and when to go.
- No dogs
- Clothing optionalCommon here, not official policy
- Camping nearbyCampsites on site, overnight stays Wednesday to Sunday per a guide.
- Toilets & picnic area
- Pools3 soaking pools plus a cold pool
- Quiet
- Reservations required
- Good for kids
- SeasonLast 5 miles of the road cannot be driven; the road is prone to flooding and construction closures. Guides describe year-round operation with a resident caretaker but limited winter access.
- Winter: possible with effort5 mile walk on closed road; limited winter access. Winter guide
- FeesGuide lists day use at $30 adults, $25 seniors, free under 18; overnight camping extra. Confirm with the operator.
02 · Live
Conditions
Access status, weather and hazards. Closure feeds are checked automatically every morning.
Access
Check before you go
The Three Queens Fire (9,584 acres, 75% contained) is 10 km away. Roads and trails nearby may be closed. The King Fire (3,465 acres, 50% contained) is 8 km away. Roads and trails nearby may be closed.
Checked 22 Oct · updated daily
Hike length conflicts: operator says 5 miles each way, a guide says 4.5.
Bears and mountain lions in the area; no cell service or potable water; very hot source water at about 125F.
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03 · Route
Getting there
Nearest town: North Bend. Then a 5-mile hike, one way.
- 1
From North Bend, follow the Middle Fork Snoqualmie road about 25 miles east, then the last 5 miles must be walked or biked on the Dutch Miller Gap Trail.
- 2
High-clearance AWD or 4WD needed for the drive in.
47.4840, −121.3910 · nearest town North Bend, WA
These coordinates are for the spring itself, not the parking area. Navigate to the trailhead named in the directions.
04 · Where to stay
Stay nearby
Start early and stay close. Places to stay near North Bend, from campgrounds to cabins.
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Checked against 3 sources, with closures, wildfires and weather warnings re-checked daily.Show sourcesShare your photosSuggest an update
- goldmyer.org (access, permits, facilities)
- hotspringsguides.com (fees, temps, pools, rules)
- mountaineers.org (reservations)
