Summer Lake Hot Springs
By the HotSpringsFind editorial team · How we compile records · Reviewed September 2026
Summer Lake Hot Springs is a resort hot spring listed near Paisley, Oregon. Reported soak temperature: 100°F. See the visit fact sheet.
Current status
Open to OVERNIGHT guests only — NO day use allowed; rustic eco-resort on Hwy 31 six miles west of Paisley with a seasonal indoor pool (mid-May to ~Nov 15) and year-round outdoor rock tubs, cabins (2-night min), tent and RV sites from $25/person/night.
Checked September 2026 · verified on the operator’s site · 5 sources ↓
Before you go
- Status: Reservation or permission required — confirm via Summer Lake Hot Springs — homepage (day use not allowed, pool seasons, cleaning schedule).
- Cost: Reported $25/person — confirm current rates before visiting.
- Getting there: Developed resort — confirm operating hours and any reservation requirement.
- Water: Reported soak temperature 100°F — always test the water before entering.
- Rules: Reported clothing required; reported dog-friendly.
- Conditions: check weather, fire closures, and land-manager alerts the week you go — mountain access changes seasonally.
- Reservations/permits: none — overnight reservation only
- Booking: Reservation required.
- Best time to go: midweek; peak season and Burning-Man-adjacent weeks book ahead
- Clothing reality: Official: guests told to bring bathing suits; pools are 'quiet sanctuaries' — swimwear expected during the day. Community reports: outdoor rock tubs are clothing-optional after 9PM quiet hours (not stated on operator policies page).
- Kids: Allowed.
- Cell service: ok — download maps and tell someone your plan.
- Accessibility: rustic property; outdoor rock tubs involve uneven stone surfaces
- NO DAY USE — you must book an overnight stay (cabin, house, tent or RV) to soak
- Cabins & houses require 2-night minimum
- Indoor pool is SEASONAL (roughly mid-May to Nov 15); outdoor tubs run year-round
- When indoor pool open: ALL pools closed Sun & Thu nights ~9PM-7/8AM for cleaning
- Kids soak only 9AM-8PM; under-14 needs adult; pool depth 4-5 ft
- Bring own bedding + bath towels for cabins; towel/robe rentals at office
- No glass anywhere near pools; no alcohol in pool areas; quiet hours 9PM-9AM
- No Wi-Fi; cell service actually works here ('good cell service')
- Cancellation: inside 7 days = FULL charge (14 days holidays, 21 days multi-bookings)
- Dogs: $30 non-refundable fee in cabins (up to 2), free for camping/RV; must be leashed and friendly
- Hazard: Very dark site — flashlights/headlamps essential (red light recommended for stargazing)
- Hazard: Remote Oregon Outback location ~2 hrs SE of Bend
- Hazard: Only mineral water on site — some guests bring drinking water
About this spring
145-acre artesian springs resort on the Outback Scenic Byway at the south end of Summer Lake — 1928 stone bathhouse with indoor pool plus outdoor rock soaking tubs, geothermally heated cabins, tent and RV sites. Adjacent to premier birding at Summer Lake Wildlife Area. Overnight guests only. Fee: OVERNIGHT GUESTS ONLY — no day use; tent/RV ~$25/person/night. No day use — must book overnight. Limited cell; bring groceries.
Summer Lake Hot Springs are natural hot springs at the south end of Summer Lake in south-central Oregon. They are artesian mineral springs with four surface sources. The springs have complex water chemistry. The temperature of the main source is approximately 123 °F (51 °C) with a water flow of approximately 20 US gallons (76 L) per minute. Over the years, the site has been developed as a rustic family bathing and relaxation resort. The hot springs are 124 miles (200 km) southeast of Bend, Oregon, near the small town of Paisley, Oregon.
Text from the Wikipedia article “Summer Lake Hot Springs”, available under CC BY-SA.
Directions & trailhead access
41777 Highway 31, ~6 mi NW of Paisley — ~2 hr SE of Bend.
Oregon geothermal context
Oregon splits cleanly in two: Cascade volcanic springs like the Umpqua corridor pools west of the crest, and high-desert basin springs like the Alvord area east of it. Western sites sit in dense wet forest prone to fire closures and winter road washouts; eastern ones are remote sagebrush tubs under enormous skies. Both ends reward checking land-manager alerts before driving out.
What a resort site means here
A resort spring is a commercial operation: developed pools or tubs with controlled temperatures, changing facilities, and usually day-use fees or lodging packages. Expect posted rules (swimsuits, quiet hours, age limits), staff on site, and in many cases required reservations — especially on weekends and holidays.
Best time to visit
May – October (Spring through Fall)Pacific Northwest springs are framed by lush temperate rainforests. Summer brings dry, sunny trail conditions, while autumn provides vibrant foliage and crisp soaking weather.
Fact sheet
| Reported soak temp | 100°F |
|---|---|
| Source temp (historical) | 100°F |
| Trail access | Recorded coordinates — access unverified |
| Access fee | Reported $25/person — verify |
| Clothing policy | Reported clothing required |
| Pet policy | Reported dog-friendly |
| Geothermal data reference | NOAA Thermal Springs List (1980 archive) |
| Check land status | Summer Lake Hot Springs — homepage (day use not allowed, pool seasons, cleaning schedule) |
Summer Lake Hot Springs FAQ
Is Summer Lake Hot Springs open right now?
Open to OVERNIGHT guests only — NO day use allowed; rustic eco-resort on Hwy 31 six miles west of Paisley with a seasonal indoor pool (mid-May to ~Nov 15) and year-round outdoor rock tubs, cabins (2-night min), tent and RV sites from $25/person/night. (Status verified on the operator’s site, last checked September 2026.)
Is Summer Lake Hot Springs free?
Summer Lake Hot Springs is listed with reported fees near Paisley. Fees are reported; confirm admission, parking and permit costs with the site manager.
What temperature is Summer Lake Hot Springs?
Summer Lake Hot Springs has a reported soak temperature of 100°F and a historical source temperature of 100°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Summer Lake Hot Springs clothing optional?
Summer Lake Hot Springs is listed as swimsuit-required in directory records. Confirm current rules before visiting, as policies change.
How do you access Summer Lake Hot Springs?
Summer Lake Hot Springs is a private venue with paid public admission. Confirm current hours, fees and booking requirements with the operator before visiting.
Overnight options and spring admission
Book rooms, cabins or soaking times directly with the operator.
Check overnight options with the operatorSources & references
- Summer Lake Hot Springs — homepage (day use not allowed, pool seasons, cleaning schedule) — operator · 2026-09
- Summer Lake Hot Springs — Policies page — operator · 2026-09
- Summer Lake Hot Springs — Hot Springs page (pool cleaning schedule, owner since 1997) — operator · 2026-09
- Summer Lake Hot Springs — Accommodations (rates, 2-night min) — operator · 2026-09
- Hot Springs Guides — Summer Lake Hot Springs (clothing-optional after 9pm claim) — community · 2025
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