Outdoors NearbyAlvord Hot Springs
Two concrete soaking pools from the 1940s at the edge of the Alvord Desert, below Steens Mountain, with a general store, campsites and bunkhouses. Soaking is included for overnight guests, and day visitors are let in when space allows. Alvord Hot Springs is open to day visitors for a fee.
| Access | Day passes for the public Day visitors are welcome during business hours; call ahead to check availability. Overnight guests can soak at any hour. |
|---|---|
| Type | Developed pools, 2 pools |
| Location | Fields, OR Managed by Alvord Hot Springs (private) Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | water comes out of the ground at 170 °F and is cooled in the pools |
| Reservations | recommended |
| Dogs | Allowed (not in the pools) |
| Facilities | camping, lodging, food |
| Camping | Alvord Hot Springs campsites and bunkhouses (0 mi) |
| Website | alvordhotsprings.com |
| Phone | (541) 589-2282 |
Best time to soak: Alvord Hot Springs
Soaking feels best when the air is cool. From November to April average highs near Fields stay at 40 to 59 °F, with nights down to 20 °F. Freezing nights from November to March mean icy steps and possible road closures; traction for your shoes helps. From July to August highs reach 88 to 89 °F. Take breaks out of the water and bring plenty to drink on summer days.
| Month | High | Low |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41 °F | 21 °F |
| Feb | 46 °F | 24 °F |
| Mar | 54 °F | 30 °F |
| Apr | 59 °F | 34 °F |
| May | 69 °F | 42 °F |
| Jun | 78 °F | 48 °F |
| Jul | 89 °F | 59 °F |
| Aug | 88 °F | 56 °F |
| Sep | 78 °F | 47 °F |
| Oct | 65 °F | 36 °F |
| Nov | 50 °F | 27 °F |
| Dec | 40 °F | 20 °F |
More to do nearby
- Big Alvord Creek Falls (waterfall, 7 mi)
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Other hot springs near Fields
Waterfalls nearby
- Big Alvord Creek Falls (7 mi)
- Cottonwood Creek Falls (7 mi)
- Upper Cottonwood Creek Falls (8 mi)
Sources
Access, prices and rules come from these official pages, checked October 2026. Hot springs close for weather, repairs or high water, so confirm before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does Alvord Hot Springs cost?
There is a fee for day use. The operator's website has current prices.
How hot is Alvord Hot Springs?
Water comes out of the ground at 170 °F and is cooled in the pools.
Can you bring dogs to Alvord Hot Springs?
Dogs are allowed, but keep them out of the soaking pools and on a leash where required.
Can you camp near Alvord Hot Springs?
Alvord Hot Springs campsites and bunkhouses (0 mi).