Natural Hot Springs Near Burns & Steens Mountain, Oregon
Discover remote high desert mineral springs and BLM primitive soaks within 60 miles of Burns and the Alvord Basin, OR. All 15 springs below are sorted by driving distance from Burns & Harney Basin center with verified soak temperatures, public land access rules, and GPS coordinates.
Interactive Thermal Map: Burns & Harney Basin Area
Centered on Burns & Harney BasinAll 15 Hot Springs Near Burns & Harney Basin (Sorted by Distance)
Crystal Crane Hot Springs
Boiling Malheur Springs Basin
Boiling Baker Soaking Pools
Lower Clackamas Thermal Pools
Boiling Clackamas Thermal Pools
Lower Harney Mineral Tubs
Lower Malheur Springs Basin
Travertine Clackamas Thermal Pools
Middle Malheur Springs Basin
Upper Harney Mineral Tubs
Upper Clackamas Thermal Pools
Cascading Douglas Hot Springs
Upper Grant Warm Springs
Lower Grant Warm Springs
Travertine Grant Warm Springs
Frequently Asked Questions: Hot Springs Near Burns & Harney Basin
What is the closest natural hot spring to Burns & Harney Basin?
The closest verified thermal soaking pool to Burns & Harney Basin is Crystal Crane Hot Springs, located approximately 23.1 miles away with an average soaking water temperature of 102°F.
How many natural hot springs are located near Burns & Harney Basin?
There are 15 catalogued geothermal springs and mineral tubs within a 60-mile radius of Burns & Harney Basin, Oregon. 9 of these locations offer 100% free public access on BLM or US Forest Service public lands.
Can I visit hot springs near Burns & Harney Basin in the winter?
Yes, many hot springs near Burns & Harney Basin are accessible year-round. However, winter visits often require high-clearance 4WD vehicles, snow tires, or short snowshoe hikes due to seasonal road conditions in surrounding mountain passes.
What should I pack for a day trip to hot springs near Burns & Harney Basin?
Pack at least 2 liters of drinking water per person, slip-resistant water footwear, a microfiber towel, warm change of clothing, headlamp for evening soaking, and a trash bag for Leave No Trace pack-out.