Thunder Clackamas Thermal Pools

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

Thunder 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 swimsuit required. 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 Distance2.2 miles (moderate)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
Clothing PolicyClothing Required
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 44.51, -120.57 in Oregon. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Thunder Clackamas Thermal Pools

Is Thunder Clackamas Thermal Pools free?+

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

What temperature is Thunder Clackamas Thermal Pools?+

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

Is Thunder Clackamas Thermal Pools clothing optional?+

Thunder Clackamas Thermal Pools is a swimsuit-required thermal area.

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

Located near Clackamas Area, Oregon, Thunder Clackamas Thermal Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 2.2-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 Thunder 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 Thunder 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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