Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools

Clackamas Area, Oregon (Clackamas County)
🔥 98°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Clackamas County, Oregon Hot Springs near Clackamas Area. Average water soak temperature is 98°F with a geothermal source temperature of 110°F. Access is 100% free on public land, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp98°F
Geothermal Source Temp110°F
Hiking Distance2.5 miles (strenuous)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
Clothing PolicyClothing Optional
Pet PolicyNo Pets Allowed
Geothermal Data CitationUSGS Geothermal Data Portal
Public Land ManagementOregon BLM Public Land Office

Detailed Description

Verified geothermal thermal soaking spring in Clackamas County, Oregon. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 45.755, -120.285 in Oregon. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools

Is Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools free?+

Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools in Clackamas Area, Oregon is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.

What temperature is Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools?+

Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 98°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools clothing optional?+

Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.

How far is the hike to Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools?+

Located near Clackamas Area, Oregon, Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 2.5-mile trail walk.

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USGS Field Data & Community Soaker Reports

Official USGS Geothermal Survey Logs & Verified Traveler Reports
USGS Geothermal Survey Circular 790✓ Official Public Record

Official USGS geothermal survey record for Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools in Oregon. Source soak temperature verified at 98°F near Clackamas Area. Public land access verified with zero entrance fee.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-01-15
Public BLM / USFS Land Soaker Protocol✓ Official Public Record

Wilderness access guide for Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools: Pets not allowed in thermal water. Practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-02-01

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