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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 maintained outhouses, two picnic tables, and a bike rack. No cellular or internet connection available.

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

Goldmyer is owned and volunteer-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

Goldmyer is a back-country wilderness experience located in the Snoqualmie Middle Fork River Valley at approximately 2000 feet elevation.

Goldmyer is open year round in all weather. We will not refund a reservation due to undesirable weather.

Check the forecast prior to your visit and plan accordingly.

Middle Fork Valley Weather Information

National weather service - North Bend

The Middle Fork Valley is home to a variety of wildlife including bears and mountain lions. Many people never have an encounter, but visitors to Goldmyer should educate themselves. Information available via US Forest Service website here, here, and here.

Trees can fall across the road and trail at any time. Be prepared with saw, axe, or chainsaw to clear trees for access.

There is no cell or internet service. Be smart and only drive as far as seems safe. Anticipate hiking farther.

August 11, 2023

Current Vehicle Requirements: AWD or 4WD and 8"-9" ground clearance.

Driving Conditions: The last six miles on the unpaved Forest Service road leading to the Dingford parking lot has less traffic than the paved section, but is narrow with limited pull-offs and full of potholes.

Hike & Property Conditions:

The recommended and most direct route is to hike past the big metal gate at the Dingford parking lot (Dutch Miller Gap Trail). This route is open to mountain bikes year round.

The Middle Fork Trail is an alternative route. There are a few downed trees and you have to ford (walk through) Burntboot Creek to get access to the Goldmyer property. There is no footbridge.

The Middle Fork Trail is open to mountain bikes on odd-numbered days only, between June 1 and October 31.

Directions and Travel Time:

Directions can be found under our VISIT tab. Do not rely on GPS or offline hiking apps.

Please note: the alternate route via the Middle Fork Trail has no footbridge across Burntboot Creek. This crossing is dangerous during high water and shouldn't be attempted during the rainy or snow melt seasons. During the dry season it can still be intimidating to some. When in doubt, save the option for your return journey, as you can observe the conditions on Burntboot Creek from the Goldmyer property.

TOTAL TRAVEL TIME to the Goldmyer Property is approx. 4-5 hours from the Seattle/Tacoma area. This is DRIVING + HIKING because check-in is ON the property not the trailhead.

The drive on the Forest Service road to the trailhead can take a minimum of 1 hour, usually longer.
There are often obstacles you must navigate on the road (rocks and/or road surface damage, water, trees and/or limbs, snow, etc.). Bring equipment for clearing debris.
The hike is about 4.5 miles one way (~ 10 miles round trip) and typically takes 2-3 hours each way.
Mountain biking can take 1/2 the time of hiking. You may also bike the unpaved road section instead of driving (it takes approximately the same time as driving).
About 1/2 way along the trail beyond the gate, a short portion of the hike may be flooded (100-200 feet of trail) - use the bypass to hike uphill around it.

COVID POLICY

We continue to ask that all visitors limit circumstances of potential exposure prior to your visit.

If you have had any contact, symptoms or positive test of any potentially contagious illness (including Covid-19), DO NOT VISIT GOLDMYER and CALL THE OFFICE TO CANCEL.