Please Note:


The Springs

Goldmyer Hot Springs is a gem of the wilderness nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, roughly 25 miles east of North Bend, WA.

Venturing on the 4.5 mile hike from the trailhead to the 20 acre wilderness preserve is a backcountry experience where guests must be self-supported and able to pack in (and out) all necessary supplies.

Amenities provided are very limited, they include an open-air cabana at the hot spring pools, campsites with food hanging lines and containers, three stocked outhouses, two picnic tables, and a bike rack. No cellular or internet connection available.

Visitors gain access to rugged terrain, hiking trails through old growth forest, beautiful waterfalls, a rich history of the Middle Fork Valley, and a crystal clear geothermal hot spring.

Goldmyer is owned and managed by Northwest Wilderness Programs, a nonprofit organization established in 1976 to protect this natural treasure for the use of generations to come.




Access Report Updated at least every Wednesday evening

February 19th, 2021:

ROAD AND TRAIL CONDITIONS:

More snow is expected this week.

7+ miles of dirt road, to the trailhead, are not ploughed. There are 6-12 inches of wet snow on the dirt road which is difficult or undrivable even with an appropriate vehicles and chains. You need a High Ground Clearance Vehicle such as a large truck or lifted SUV (Jeep, etc.) with 4WD and snow chains, but may not make it all the way to the trailhead. Subaru/Honda or other small/midsize SUVs are NOT suitable!!

The hike to the property is aprox. 11 miles each way with current conditions. Snow shoes or xx-skis, and trekking poles are essential. The trail and Goldmyer property has at about 6 - 12 inches of snow.

  • 20 miles of FS road with no reception, 8 miles of which are rough, unpaved road; the whole road is un-plowed when it snows.
  • 4.5 mile hike each way to the property (9 miles round trip).
  • Mountain bikes or xx-skis may not be suitable for the trail because of downed trees.
  • Minimum of 5 hours of driving+hiking (each way) from the Seattle area to the Goldmyer Property.
  • Follow the directions that were emailed to you, DO NOT use GPS or other resources.

You should always travel with the following emergency equipment in your vehicle:
  • Snow Chains
  • Extra Water and Food
  • A Full Gas Tank and Extra Gas
  • Chainsaw (for clearing deadfall trees on remote forest roads)
  • Axe or Hand Saw
  • Shovel
  • Jumper Cables
  • Nylon Tow Strap and a Winch
  • First Aid Kit
  • Basic Repair Kit and Tool Box
  • Spare Tire (fully inflated!)
  • Blankets or Sleeping Bags (even if you don't plan to camp)
  • Appropriate Clothing
  • Hand and Foot Warmers
  • In addition: let someone know when you're due home or back in phone service area and what emergency service to contact if you are not reachable by a certain time (the office is not an emergency number).

RESERVATION PROCESS:

To create a more efficient and equitable process for visiting Goldmyer Hot Springs, we are implementing a web based lottery submission for reservations. Please see the RESERVATION LOTTERY Page for more details. Follow the link at the top of the Home Page under "Please Note:" or the drop down tab "VISIT > Lottery".

April is the last month of voicemail requests; calls will be accepted starting at 9:00 am on March 1st. Call the office (206-789-5631) and leave a voicemail to get in the queue.

  • Any messages left before March 1st, 9:00 am PST asking for April will be DELETED.
  • The phone may be busy when you call, keep trying.
  • April weekends will be full by 9:02 am (via voicemail) and the voicemail fills up by 9:10 am.
  • March 1-20: calls will be returned for April dates (you may not receive a call back if dates are full).
  • Remaining dates or cancellations will appear on the calendar.
  • Requests for May must be done via the online lottery March 1-31 (do not call the office to enter the May lottery).



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