Grande Hot Springs RV Resort is part of the historic Hot Lake property, with mineral-rich water pumped directly from the thermal Hot Lake
Located about 8 miles south of downtown La Grande at the foot of Craig Mountain in the Grande Ronde Valley, Grande Hot Springs RV Resort offers mineral-water soaking in two outdoor pools.
The hot water is pumped from nearby Hot Lake and mixed with cooler geothermal well water to create comfortable soaking temperatures.
The RV resort was built in 1988 as part of a redevelopment plan for the historic Hot Lake property.
By the mid-1990s, the property was again on the verge of bankruptcy and foreclosure. In 1994, it was divided into several parcels, separating the RV resort from the neighboring Hot Lake properties. The resort was formerly known as Eagles Hot Lake RV Resort.
Grande Hot Springs Experience
More than 2 million gallons of water at approximately 186°F (86°C) flow from the thermal springs into Hot Lake each day. The resort pumps hot water from the lake's spring source and uses it for soaking and heating the buildings.
The hot water is mixed with 77°F (25°C) geothermal well water to achieve a comfortable soaking temperature.
The resort has two outdoor mineral soaking pools. The warm pool is maintained at 92–96°F (33–36°C), while the hotter pool is kept at 102–104°F (39–40°C).
For private soaking, guests can reserve one of the yurts with a private hot-spring soaking tub. These tubs are available year-round.
The main lodge has restrooms, showers, and other guest amenities.
Nearby Wildlife Viewing
The Ladd Marsh Wildlife Area is adjacent to the resort and provides opportunities for bird and wildlife viewing.
A one-mile nature trail passes through the area and offers views of waterfowl and other wildlife.
Grande Hot Springs Accommodations
Grande Hot Springs RV Resort offers full-hookup RV sites, tent sites, a group tent area, and yurts. Yurts have private soaking tubs and are available year-round.
The resort also has a one-bedroom tiny home with a kitchen and bathroom.
The public mineral pools are open seasonally from spring through fall, with early- and late-season hours dependent on weather. The resort recommends calling ahead for current conditions.
Grande Hot Springs | Facts
Location: 9 miles southeast of La Grande • Northeastern Oregon • USA
Open:
Public pools: 9am-8pm, seasonally from April to October
Private soaking in yurts: 24 hours, year-round
Development: RV Resort, two outdoor pools, yurts with tubs
Clothing: Required in the public pools
Amenities: Shower, restrooms, laundry, a small grocery store
Hiking distance: Short
Road Access: Any vehicle
Day-use: Yes with fees
Elevation: 2,800 ft (853 m)
Water T° (source): 186°F (86°С)
Water T° (pool): 92-96°F (33°-36°C)
Water T° (spa): 102-104°F (39-40°C)
Water acidity level: Alkaline (pH=9.5)
Type of the springs: Sodium Chloride
Flow rate: 1,506 gallon/min (5,700 l/min)
Chemical used: Chlorine is used for public pools; mineral water in the private tubs is not treated with any chemicals.
| Cations Sodium (Na) - 128 Mg/L | Anions Chloride (Cl) - 129 Mg/L |
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Directions to Grande Hot Springs
From La Grande,
- Take I-84 east toward Baker City
- Drive 2.7 miles to Exit 265 for OR-203
- Turn right onto OR-203 and continue 5 miles on OR-302 south to Grande Hot Springs.
Phone: (541) 963-5253
grandehotsprings.com