• McDermitt Hot Springs is a hot springs channel in the remote part of Oregon
• Features remains of the hot springs resort
Tucked away in the high desert of southeastern Oregon, McDermitt Hot Springs, also known as Easterday Hot Springs, lies 8 miles north of McDermitt. The springs are located near the Lucky Seven Ranch, giving rise to the alternate name "Lucky 7."
This unique geothermal area features multiple mineral water seeps emerging from various points in the Hot Spring Hills. The largest outflow forms a steaming hot creek, which has been diverted into a man-made channel, winding through the arid landscape. Water temperatures at the source range from 120°F to 126°F, gradually cooling as it flows, allowing visitors to find a comfortable soaking spot.
McDermitt Hot Springs remains a hidden and uncrowded destination. However, the ruins of an old hot springs resort, including weathered building foundations and rusting structures, stand as reminders of its past use.
The hot creek offers various soaking spots, with wide, shallow sections and deeper areas. Some of these were once man-made bathing pools. Visitors can also build their pools by stacking rocks or digging into the sediment.
There are no amenities at the site. Please pack out all trash and follow Leave No Trace principles.
McDermitt Hot Springs Camping, Lodging & Vacation Rentals
Since the area is surrounded by private land, no camping is allowed. Be sure not to trespass.
The closest motel, Inn On 95 McDermitt, is located 8 miles away in McDermitt.
McDermitt Hot Springs | Facts
Location: 8 miles north of the Oregon-Nevada Border at McDermitt • Southeast Oregon • USA
Development: Undeveloped
Clothing: Optional
Amenities: None
Hiking Distance: None
Road Access: High-clearance vehicle is recommended
Day-use fees: None
Elevation: 4,535 ft (1,382 m)
Water T° (source): 125.6°F (52°C)
Flow rate: 264 gallon/min (999 l/min)
Odor: None
Chemical used: None
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Directions to McDermitt Hot Springs
From US-95/OR-78 junction,
- Go 51 miles south on US-95 to Easterday Road (Hot Springs Road)
- From McDermitt in Nevada, go 4.5 miles north on US-95 to Easterday Road (Hot Springs Road)
- Turn west onto Easterday Road (Hot Springs Road) between mileposts 117 and 118 (117.1)
- Follow 1.2 miles
- Bear right before a ranch, and go 0.3 miles to the gate
- Open and close gate, then continue 0.3 miles to the fork
- Continue 1.2 miles straight (do not bear right) on a dirt McDermitt Road to the destination.
Source is uphill from resort ruins close to road
Walk back on uphill side of stream from source until water temperature is to your liking. You may need to walk 1/4 to 1/2 mile.
Might be a good idea to bring a small shovel to dig out mud to deepen the stream. Much of the stream is only 1 ft deep.