Bagby Hot Springs was officially discovered in 1881 by Robert Bagby, a miner. Native Americans had used the springs for healing purposes centuries prior to Bagby's discovery. Nestled in a forest of old growth Douglas fir, hemlock and cedar, today, avid hotspringers enjoy soaking in the 136 degrees water which comes from two hot springs and is mixed with cold water from nearby springs. Bathers have a choice of three rustic bathhouses with communal hot tubs or private stalls with hollowed out cedar log "canoe-style" tubs for relaxing.

Bagby Hot Springs is a 45-minute drive south of Estacada on Highway 224 and Forest Service Roads 63 and 70. At the trailhead, it is a 1.5 miles hike into the springs. Overnight camping is not allowed. However, there are a number of campgrounds in the area and one close by the trailhead. For further information, call Clackamas River Ranger District at 503-630-6861.

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