Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools

Clackamas Area, Oregon (Clackamas County)
🔥 100°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Clackamas County, Oregon Hot Springs near Clackamas Area. Average water soak temperature is 100°F with a geothermal source temperature of 112°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 Temp100°F
Geothermal Source Temp112°F
Hiking Distance3.1 miles (moderate)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
Clothing PolicyClothing Optional
Pet PolicyDog Friendly (Leashed)
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 43.985, -120.645 in Oregon. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools

Is Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools free?+

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

What temperature is Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools?+

Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 100°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools clothing optional?+

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

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

Located near Clackamas Area, Oregon, Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 3.1-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 Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools in Oregon. Source soak temperature verified at 100°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 Secret Clackamas Thermal Pools: Leashed pets permitted in surrounding trail areas. Practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-02-01

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