Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools

Chelan Area, Washington (Chelan)
🔥 105°F Soak TempDeveloped / Fee✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools is a developed thermal soaking spring located in Chelan, Washington Hot Springs near Chelan Area. Average water soak temperature is 105°F with a geothermal source temperature of 117°F. Access is subject to admission fees, 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 Temp105°F
Geothermal Source Temp117°F
Hiking Distance2.8 miles (easy)
Access FeePaid / Resort Fees
Clothing PolicyClothing Required
Pet PolicyDog Friendly (Leashed)
Geothermal Data CitationUSGS Geothermal Data Portal
Public Land ManagementWashington BLM Public Land Office

Detailed Description

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

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 48.91, -123.12 in Washington. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools

Is Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools free?+

Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools in Chelan Area, Washington is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.

What temperature is Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools?+

Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 105°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools clothing optional?+

Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools is a swimsuit-required thermal area.

How far is the hike to Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools?+

Located near Chelan Area, Washington, Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 2.8-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 Boiling Chelan Thermal Pools in Washington. Source soak temperature verified at 105°F near Chelan 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 Boiling Chelan 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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