Tucked away in the lush Columbia River Gorge, just minutes from the Washington–Oregon border, Bonneville Hot Springs Resort offers a peaceful retreat nestled among forested hills, where fresh mountain air fills the atmosphere.

Looking for a romantic escape, outdoor adventure, or a family-friendly retreat? Bonneville Hot Springs Resort has it all. Enjoy bathing in the hot springs or unwind with a relaxing spa day.

Outdoor enthusiasts will find a vast playground for exploration with hiking trails right near the resort. Dick Thomas Trail is one of the most popular ones, starting on the resort’s property and leading to Aldrich Butte and Table Mountain with stunning views of the Columbia River Gorge.

Bonneville Hot Springs Experience

Many come to Bonneville for the soothing effects of the warm mineral waters to help ease stress, relax sore muscles, and support digestive health. For generations, people have traveled here to soak in these naturally rejuvenating springs. Interestingly, the spring water is safe for both bathing and drinking, which is not common in hot springs.

Moffetts Hot Springs emerges from the ground at approximately 109°F and feeds the pools at Bonneville Hot Springs Resort. The alkaline water contains essential minerals like magnesium, sulfur, calcium, and natural salts.

The resort offers a variety of wellness facilities, including a mineral-fed indoor pool, indoor and outdoor soaking tubs, a cold plunge, and a sauna. Public pools are treated with standard water treatment chemicals, but for a pure mineral soaking experience, you can book a stay in a guest room with a private hot tub or reserve a private soaking session at the spa.

Brief History of Bonneville Hot Springs

Bonneville Hot Springs has existed for thousands of years, healing the many people who have traveled from afar to bathe in its geothermal water. Native American bathers enjoyed the mineral-rich water as far back as 10,000 years ago.

The oldest building here was the Cascade Springs Hotel, constructed in 1881 by European pioneer Robert J. Snow. It served for decades until a fire devastated the structure in the 1930s.

A new campground, Biba Hot Springs, was constructed in 1932. It flourished and served travelers for several decades before declining in the 1970s.

The hot springs received a new chance of revival when Pete Cam discovered the therapeutic properties of the hot mineral water for himself. He suffered from rheumatoid arthritis and sought out hot mineral water to relieve the disease symptoms. He came back for treatment numerous times and finally purchased the property in 1989 and later built a resort.

Update (2017): In early 2017, the resort was sold to a private rehabilitation facility, resulting in the closure of public access.

Update (April 2025): In October 2024, the rehabilitation facility sold the property to Fusion Lodging. The new owners have since renovated and reopened the resort at the beginning of 2025.

Open: Year-round
Development: Resort, indoor swimming pool and hot tub, outdoor hot tub, and whirlpool tubs in some guest rooms

Amenities: Fitness center, gift shop, restaurant&bar, cafe, and spa
Accommodations: Suites and rooms
Clothing: Required in the public area

Day-use: Yes, with a discount for local residents

Elevation: 50 ft (15 m)

Bonneville Hot Springs is located:

40 miles east of Vancouver, WA
47 miles east of Portland
92 miles northeast of Salem.

Water T°(source): 109°F (43°C)
Water T°(pools&tubs): 99°F (37°С) - summer, 103°F (39°С) - winter
Water acidity level: Weak alkaline (pH=8.2)
Type of the springs: Chloride Sulfate Carbonated
Chemical used: Water is treated with chlorine

Average dissolved solids: 450 Mg/L

Chloride - 1,300 Mg/L
Sulfur - 68.31 Mg/L
Carbonate - 48.9 Mg/L
Silica - 41.8 Mg/L
Calcium - 20.47 Mg/L
Sodium - 10.72 Mg/L
Bromine - 1.2 Mg/L
Potassium - 0.64 Mg/L
Magnesium - 0.05 Mg/L
Iron - 0.01 Mg/L