Gamma Hot Springs

Gamma Hot Springs

Glacier, Washington

4.3(145)primitiveChallengingFreeClothing Optional
🌡️Temperature104°F
🏊Typeprimitive
🥾DifficultyChallenging
💰PriceFree
📅Best SeasonJuly through October
👥Crowd LevelLow

About Gamma Hot Springs

A backcountry hot spring on the slopes of Mount Baker in the North Cascades, reached by a strenuous unmaintained trail through old-growth forest. The small rock pool overlooks the Baker River valley and offers one of the most dramatic volcanic hot spring settings in Washington State.

Access

Backcountry

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Overnight

No

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Clothing Optional

Yes

Features

Mount Baker viewsOld-growth forestUnmaintained trailVolcanic setting

Water Minerals

SodiumCalciumSulfateSilicaIron

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the water temperature at Gamma Hot Springs?
The water temperature at Gamma Hot Springs is 104°F.
How much does Gamma Hot Springs cost?
Gamma Hot Springs is free to visit.
Is Gamma Hot Springs clothing optional?
Yes, Gamma Hot Springs is clothing optional.
What minerals are in the water at Gamma Hot Springs?
The water at Gamma Hot Springs contains Sodium, Calcium, Sulfate, Silica, Iron.
How difficult is it to get to Gamma Hot Springs?
Gamma Hot Springs has a challenging difficulty level with backcountry access.

Recent Google Reviews

Jay Radmer• Google Review

"Worth the hike. Take a tarp. Don’t use google to find it. The location is wrong."

11/18/2024
Rowen Tych• Google Review

"4/5 - No towels"

9/3/2019
Eric Buckman• Google Review

"Nice place"

4/25/2021