Big Kittitas Soaking Pools

Kittitas Area, Washington (Kittitas)
🔥 109°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Big Kittitas Soaking Pools is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Kittitas, Washington Hot Springs near Kittitas Area. Average water soak temperature is 109°F with a geothermal source temperature of 121°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 Temp109°F
Geothermal Source Temp121°F
Hiking Distance1.3 miles (moderate)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
Clothing PolicyClothing Optional
Pet PolicyNo Pets Allowed
Geothermal Data CitationUSGS Geothermal Data Portal
Public Land ManagementWashington BLM Public Land Office

Detailed Description

Verified geothermal thermal soaking spring in Kittitas, Washington. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 46.645, -121.515 in Washington. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Big Kittitas Soaking Pools

Is Big Kittitas Soaking Pools free?+

Big Kittitas Soaking Pools in Kittitas Area, Washington is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.

What temperature is Big Kittitas Soaking Pools?+

Big Kittitas Soaking Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 109°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Big Kittitas Soaking Pools clothing optional?+

Big Kittitas Soaking Pools is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.

How far is the hike to Big Kittitas Soaking Pools?+

Located near Kittitas Area, Washington, Big Kittitas Soaking Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 1.3-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 Big Kittitas Soaking Pools in Washington. Source soak temperature verified at 109°F near Kittitas 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 Big Kittitas Soaking Pools: 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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