Scenic Hot Springs
Skykomish (about 10 miles east, near Stevens Pass) · US-2 corridor, west slope of Stevens Pass
Hike-inhike-in (2 miles, 1,100 feet of gain; 4WD or chains in winter)clothing-optionalreservations required
111–122 °F · body temp marked
Water111–122 °F
FeeFrom $30
Seasonyear-round, daylight hours only
Landprivate
WhereSkykomish (about 10 miles east, near Stevens Pass), Washington
DriveSeattle ≈ 2 h, Portland ≈ 4 h 30
Two hot sources feed the tubs at Scenic, Lobster at about 118-122 F and Bear Den at about 111-114 F at the source, on private land about two hours from Seattle. Getting in takes a reservation, with no walk-ins and caretakers patrolling daily, plus legs for a 2-mile trail that climbs 1,100 feet. It's $30-35 a person depending on season. Visits run dawn to dusk only, the person booking must be 18 or older, and no children under six. Clothing-optional is the norm in the pools and often on the trail. In winter, pack snow gear and bring 4WD or chains for the drive.
From Scenic Hot Springs (private owner), last checked 19 September 2026.