Travertine Malheur Springs Basin

Malheur Area, Oregon (Malheur)
🔥 104°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Travertine Malheur Springs Basin is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Malheur, Oregon Hot Springs near Malheur Area. Average water soak temperature is 104°F with a geothermal source temperature of 116°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 Temp104°F
Geothermal Source Temp116°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 Malheur, Oregon. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 42.395, -120.015 in Oregon. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Travertine Malheur Springs Basin

Is Travertine Malheur Springs Basin free?+

Travertine Malheur Springs Basin in Malheur Area, Oregon is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.

What temperature is Travertine Malheur Springs Basin?+

Travertine Malheur Springs Basin maintains an average soaking water temperature of 104°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Travertine Malheur Springs Basin clothing optional?+

Travertine Malheur Springs Basin is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.

How far is the hike to Travertine Malheur Springs Basin?+

Located near Malheur Area, Oregon, Travertine Malheur Springs Basin 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 Travertine Malheur Springs Basin in Oregon. Source soak temperature verified at 104°F near Malheur 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 Travertine Malheur Springs Basin: 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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