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About Deer Creek Hot Springs
A secluded natural pool where Deer Creek meets the McKenzie River, accessible via a short but steep scramble down a forested hillside. Hot water percolates up through the rocky creek bed and mixes with cool creek water in a volunteer-maintained rock pool. Less visited than nearby Terwilliger or Belknap, Deer Creek rewards the adventurous with a peaceful, intimate soak in old-growth forest.
Access
Moderate hike
Overnight
No
Clothing Optional
No
Features
Water Minerals
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the water temperature at Deer Creek Hot Springs?
- The water temperature at Deer Creek Hot Springs is 102°F.
- How much does Deer Creek Hot Springs cost?
- Deer Creek Hot Springs is free to visit.
- Is Deer Creek Hot Springs clothing optional?
- No, Deer Creek Hot Springs requires swimwear.
- What minerals are in the water at Deer Creek Hot Springs?
- The water at Deer Creek Hot Springs contains Silica, Sodium, Calcium.
- How difficult is it to get to Deer Creek Hot Springs?
- Deer Creek Hot Springs has a moderate difficulty level with moderate hike access.
Recent Google Reviews
"Easy to find with a parking lot. Turn in on Deer Creek Rd. between mile markers 14-15 on HWY 126. I haven't been there for over a decade and was looking forward to my visit. There was sketchy activity..."
"Pretty cool. A very small murky pool next to a swift cold stream of water, separated by rocks. Not super busy when we were there, but more and more people showed up as we were leaving. It looked like ..."
"Plenty warm to want to get out and cool off. Cross the bridge, take the trail on the left and the pool is just a few hundred feet down that trail on the riverbank. Nice trail systems nearby and beauti..."
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