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Terrain
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Season
April to November (winter access depends on snow)
About Bagby Hot Springs
Bagby Hot Springs lies in old-growth forest beside Hot Springs Fork, a tributary of the Clackamas River, in Mount Hood National Forest about 40 miles southeast of Estacada. Three main springs and several seeps rise here, the largest flowing at about 138F, and the water is carried by wooden flumes into hand-hewn cedar log tubs. The lower bathhouse has three log tubs and a six-foot round tub in a shared setting, and an upper deck holds another round tub; soakers fill a tub with hot water and cool it with cold water, then empty it for the next person. After years of closures following wildfire, road damage and problems under a previous concessionaire, the site is now run by Bagby Preservation, a small local operator that collects a modest soaking fee and is restoring the bathhouse, with new cedar tubs on order. Nude soaking has a long tradition here and many guides still list Bagby as clothing optional, but the Forest Service page states that public nudity is not allowed, so bring a swimsuit. The trail is an easy walk through big cedars and firs, crossing two bridges. Expect long waits for tubs at weekends.
Enforcement & status warning
As of October 2026 the Mount Hood National Forest page for Bagby states that public nudity is not allowed, while a 2025 press report said the new operator again permitted it. Treat nudity as prohibited by the land manager and expect enforcement to vary; alcohol and drugs are also barred by the hosts.
What’s here
Getting there and visiting
From Estacada take OR 224 for 26 miles past the Ripplebrook Store, then Forest Road 46 for 4 miles, FR 63 for 4 miles and FR 70 for 6 miles to the trailhead; the Forest Service warns against shortcuts suggested by phone maps. Do not park on the fog line, and leave no valuables in your car. The trail is about 1.4-1.5 miles, easy and mostly level. The 2026 soaking fee was $5 per person, cash only at the trailhead or paid at Ripplebrook Store. Tubs are first come, first served. No camping at the springs; Bagby Campground is by the trailhead. No drinking water; vault toilets only.
What visitors say
Visitors love the walk through old-growth forest and the novelty of soaking in hollowed cedar logs, but warn that weekends bring long queues and a mixed crowd, from couples and hikers to the occasional troublemaker; on-site hosts have improved behaviour since the operator change. Many soak nude in the bathhouse despite the official rule, while others wear swimsuits. Car break-ins at the trailhead have been a recurring problem.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Before you go
- 1 Check the current local rules and access conditions before travelling.
- 2 Bring a towel and sit on it when using shared seating.
- 3 Never take photographs of other people without clear consent.
- 4 Respect the venue’s clothing, privacy, and behaviour rules.
Location
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44.9350, -122.1741
Frequently asked questions
Is nudity allowed at Bagby Hot Springs?
The Forest Service page says public nudity is not allowed, although nude soaking has a long tradition and a 2025 report said the operator allowed it. Bring a swimsuit and follow the hosts' instructions.
How much does it cost?
In 2026 the soaking fee was $5 per person, cash only at the trailhead, or payable at Ripplebrook Store. Recreation passes are not accepted.
How long is the hike?
About 1.4 to 1.5 miles each way on an easy forest trail.
Can I go in winter?
Only if the forest roads are passable. The site is not maintained once snow blocks the roads, usually until April.
Can I camp at the springs?
No. Camping and overnight stays at the springs are banned; use Bagby Campground by the trailhead.
Sources
- Bagby Hot Springs - Mt. Hood National Forest (USDA Forest Service) Official
- Back to Bagby - Eugene Weekly (Nov 2025)
- Bagby Hot Springs - Oregon Hikers Field Guide
Researched 25 October 2026 .
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