Alvord Hot Springs
Hot spring resort near Burns, Oregon, Oregon
- Resort
42.5442, -118.5339
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Quick facts
- Type
- Hot spring resort
- Water
- 105°F
- Hours
- Overnight guests can use the pool at any hour, while day-use visitors are welcome during normal business hours.
- Ages
- Children 12 and under are free
- Camping
- Yes
- Lodging on site
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
Facts last verified Nov 4, 2026 · Sources below
Alvord Hot Springs in Oregon is a hot spring resort where the public can soak in natural thermal water. It is open and not free, making paid access the key detail to settle before the trip. Two concrete pools provide the setting, with both covered and open sections for soaking. The resort is managed by the Davis family and accommodates day visitors as well as overnight guests.
Pools and water at Alvord Hot Springs
Built in the 1940s, the two concrete pools have been modernized. Water in the soaking pools reaches a maximum of 105°F, while the source temperature is 170°F. This is sodium-bicarbonate-chloride-type water with a significant proportion of sulfate.
The mix of covered and open pool space gives visitors two distinct settings at the same resort. Pool and source temperatures are different figures, so plan around the soaking-pool maximum rather than the source temperature.
Getting to Alvord Hot Springs
The address is near the East base of the Steens Mountains, one mile below the summit at the edge of the Alvord Desert. Burns, Oregon, is the nearest town, while Nampa is the nearest city at 121 miles. That location places the pools at the east base of the Steens Mountains and on the edge of the Alvord Desert.
East Steens Road (Fields-Denio Road) is a mostly unpaved, county maintained gravel road. Factor the gravel-road approach into the trip plan before arriving at the resort.
Hours and access at Alvord Hot Springs
Day-use visitors are welcome during normal business hours. Overnight guests can use the pool at any hour, so an overnight stay has a different pool-access schedule from day use.
Children 12 and under are free. Families traveling with children in that age range can account for that policy when arranging their visit.
Camping, lodging and pets at the springs
Camping is offered at Alvord Hot Springs, and lodging is available on site. Campsites and bunkhouses provide the two named stay options, allowing visitors to choose between camping and bunkhouse lodging.
Pets are allowed. On-site caretakers are part of the resort setup, and the property also has a small store/reception center for arrivals and day-to-day visitor needs.
Planning details for Alvord Hot Springs
Guests may use a private desert road to reach the lakebed. Keep that optional route in mind when deciding how to spend time beyond the pools.
A general store is on site, along with restrooms.
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Alvord Hot Springs FAQ
Is Alvord Hot Springs free?
No. Alvord Hot Springs is not free, although children 12 and under are free.
What are the hours at Alvord Hot Springs?
Day-use visitors are welcome during normal business hours. Overnight guests can use the pool at any hour.
How hot is the water at Alvord Hot Springs?
Up to 105°F in the soaking pools. The source temperature is 170°F.
Are dogs allowed at Alvord Hot Springs?
Yes. Pets are allowed at the resort.
Can you camp at Alvord Hot Springs?
Yes. Camping is available, with campsites on site, and the resort also has lodging and bunkhouses.
Where is Alvord Hot Springs?
Near the East base of the Steens Mountains, one mile below the summit at the edge of the Alvord Desert. Burns, Oregon, is the nearest town.
Sources
- Home | Urban Nomad Adventures alvordhotsprings.com, checked Nov 4, 2026
- Alvord Hot Springs - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org, checked Nov 4, 2026
Facts last verified Nov 4, 2026.