VIsitor Info
Welcome to the Visitor Information section, where you'll find everything you need to plan your visit to Scenic Hot Springs.
From detailed FAQs to helpful tips, this section covers key information to make your trip as smooth as possible. Learn more about the location and what to expect on the challenging 2-mile hike with 1,100 feet of elevation gain.
Detailed directions will be provided upon booking your reservation.
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Reservations
Access to Scenic Hot Springs is permitted by advance reservation only.
Walk-ins are not permitted.
Before making a reservation, review the Conditions of Access below.
By completing the online reservation process, you acknowledge that you are 18 or older, that you have read the Conditions of Access, and that you and all members of your party agree to accept them.
Scenic Hot Springs is PRIVATELY OWNED PROPERTY and you must agree to the owner’s terms, conditions, rules, and expectations prior to being granted conditional access. Booking an online reservation constitutes acceptance of the following terms and conditions:
terms and conditions
You acknowledge the rugged nature of the terrain you wish to visit and the nature of soaking in natural hot springs.
You understand that the hot springs are not chlorinated and that sanitary conditions can not be guaranteed in such a primitive location.
You will be appropriately prepared for changing and unpredictable weather conditions as well as steep, rough terrain.
You assume for yourself and your guests, any and all risks, implicit and explicit, while on the property known as Scenic Hot Springs.
Your guests, by accompanying you, acknowledge and accept these risks and likewise release the owner and stewards from any and all liability.
Minors under the age of eighteen (18) must be accompanied by a legally-responsible adult guardian. Parents or guardians are responsible for controlling the behavior of their children.
No children under the age of six (6). Young children do not have a fully developed thermoregulatory system, making soaking in the hot temperatures of the hot springs a potential danger of hyperthermia or heat stroke with few warning signs.
The pools are for soaking. Do not horseplay, wrestle, or dive in the pools. Keep your head above water to avoid inadvertently inhaling water and the algae present in all natural hot springs.
Do not soak in the pools if you have open sores, an infectious skin condition, or suffer from intestinal distress. These pools are communal and you have a responsibility to fellow soakers. Make restroom breaks before entering pools.
NO NIGHT SOAKING. You and your guests will be off the property before sunset. For our purposes, sunset is defined as the moment the sun dips below the mountain ridgelines as seen from the springs. Give yourself adequate time to be off the property before darkness descends abruptly in the deep canopy of the trail.
NO FIRES OR CAMPFIRES: You understand that this is a fire- restricted area.
NO PETS ALLOWED. County health code prohibits pets on the property. Visitors with pets will be immediately escorted off the property.
NO CAMPING. No exceptions.
NO FIREARMS. No exceptions.
NO GLASS CONTAINERS. No exceptions.
Alcohol in moderation (preferably none). If your alcohol comes packaged in a glass bottle, transfer it to a shatter proof container.
Respect the site by soaking quietly and respectfully of other soakers who may be there. Clothing optional is the norm and you should expect that you will experience nudity in the pools and often on the trail up. Lewd behavior, however, is not tolerated.
Follow the principles of Leave No Trace, and Pack It In, Pack It Out. Stay on the trails and take all litter out with you, leaving the site clean.
Large Bookings & Private Access
If you wish to reserve the hot springs exclusively for your group, you may book private access.
This option is only available on days/times with no existing public access reservations.
The use fee for an exclusive reservation is $375 (Fall & Winter: 15 people max) or $250-300 (Spring & Summer: 10 people max). This guarantees that no other visitors are allowed to book during your day/time.
If you have a large group of 8 or more people, we require that you reserve private access to avoid sharing the pools with other individuals whose experience may be negatively impacted by such a large group.
conditions for access
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Do not horseplay, wrestle, or dive in the pools. Keep your head above water to avoid inadvertently inhaling water and the algae present in all natural hot springs. Do not soak in the pools if you have open sores, an infectious skin condition, or suffer from intestinal distress. These pools are communal and you have a responsibility to fellow soakers. Make restroom breaks before entering pools.
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You and your guests will be off the property before sunset. For our purposes, sunset is defined as the moment the sun dips below the mountain ridgelines as seen from the springs. Give yourself adequate time to be off the property before darkness descends abruptly in the deep canopy of the trail.
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You understand that this is a fire- restricted area.
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County health code prohibits pets on the property. Visitors with pets will be immediately escorted off the property.
Guidelines for Scenic Hot Springs ➞
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No exceptions.
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No exceptions.
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No exceptions.
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(Preferably none). If your alcohol comes packaged in a glass bottle, transfer it to a shatter proof container.
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Clothing optional is the norm and you should expect that you will experience nudity in the pools and often on the trail up. Lewd behavior, however, is not tolerated.
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Please respect the site by by soaking quietly and respectfully of other soakers who may be there. Follow the principles of Leave No Trace, and Pack It In, Pack It Out. Stay on the trails and take all litter out with you, leaving the site clean.
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Reservations
To visit Scenic Hot Springs, you must make a reservation in advance. Walk-ins are not permitted.
➞ PUBLIC ACCESS: Share the springs with other visitors.
➞ PRIVATE ACCESS: Reserve the springs exclusively for your group.
➞ Scenic Hot Springs is a minimally developed facility with one large stone pool and two smaller temporary soaking pools. We accept reservations only from visitors who understand this undeveloped landscape.
➞ Reservations are limited each day to preserve and protect our natural haven. Your support ensures the maintenance of our historic trails and pristine hot springs. By making a reservation and following our rules, you help us continue providing this experience for generations to come.
Private Property
Scenic Hot Springs is privately owned, and we are not required to grant access to anyone. To make a reservation, you must agree to our terms and conditions. Respect the property and follow the guidelines to ensure a harmonious experience for all.
Safety and Preparedness
Be prepared for rugged terrain, changing weather conditions, and steep trails. Wear appropriate clothing; pack extra food, water, and supplies; and always bring necessary equipment like snowshoes or crampons during winter visits.
Review all our terms and conditions before booking your visit, then pack and prepare appropriately.
Additional Requirements
Winter Conditions
We do not issue refunds or accommodate last-minute rescheduling requests for any weather-related concerns. Monitor the weather report during the week leading up to your reservation and allow at least 72 hours to reschedule your reservation if you are not comfortable with the forecasted conditions.
Before leaving home, check the Current Conditions.
During winter cold weather conditions, visitors are expected to carry sufficient clothing and survival supplies in the event you are stranded by deep snowfall or a sudden change in weather.
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Wear layered clothing designed for outdoor recreation. Avoid cotton, as wet cotton can lead to hypothermia in cold, wet conditions. Wear a hat and gloves, as needed.
Carry extra food and water. Keep yourself hydrated.
Carry at least two different ways of lighting a fire in an emergency.
Carry your cell phone. Reception is poor at the parking area, but improves during the upper parts of the hike and there is a strong signal at the hot spring site.
Snow can get very deep at Scenic during the height of winter. SNOWSHOES or SKIS ARE ESSENTIAL.
The hike to Scenic Hot Springs has steep slopes that become extremely slippery in snow and ice. Spikes and/or crampons may be necessary.
Road Conditions Near the Trailhead
Updated every few minutes by WSDOT.
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Cancellation Policy
In the event of a highway closure that prevents access to the property, reservation holders will be given an opportunity to reschedule.
Public Access Reservation Cancellation Policy
➞ 14 days or more before the date of your reservation: full refund or free rescheduling
➞ Within 4-13 days of the date of your reservation: 50% refund or free rescheduling
➞ 72 hours or less before the date of your reservation: no refund, no rescheduling
Private Access Reservation Cancellation Policy
➞ 14 days or more before the date of your reservation: full refund or free rescheduling
➞ Within 6-13 days of the date of your reservation: 50% refund or free rescheduling
➞ 5 days or less before the date of your reservation: no refund, no rescheduling