Natural swimming hole
Olympic Hot Springs
Spring · Washington
About this swimming hole
Olympic Hot Springs sits deep in Olympic National Park, with natural hot pools at the end of the Boulder Creek Trail. Note: vehicle access is closed beyond Madison Falls due to flood damage — it is 7.9 miles via the temporary access trail to the Boulder Creek trailhead, then 2.5 miles to the springs. The wilderness soak in old-growth forest is sublime for those who make the trek.
Good to know
| Water type | Spring |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 100+ in pools |
| Depth | hot spring pools; hike-in |
| Best season | July-October |
| Fees | Park entrance fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | park at Madison Falls; 7.9-mile access trail to Boulder Creek trailhead, then 2.5-mile hike |
| Amenities | vault toilets |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Nearest town | Port Angeles |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; NPS warns spring water quality is not monitored and may contain fecal coliform — bathe at own risk; bear canisters required; very long approach — plan accordingly |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Olympic Hot Springs?
Yes — Olympic Hot Springs is listed as a natural swimming spot in Washington. Reported water temperature: 100+ in pools. Heads-up: no lifeguard; NPS warns spring water quality is not monitored and may contain fecal coliform — bathe at own risk; bear canisters required; very long approach — plan accordingly. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Olympic Hot Springs require reservations?
No reservations are required at Olympic Hot Springs based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Olympic Hot Springs?
Reported fee info: Park entrance fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Olympic Hot Springs?
The best season is typically July-October.