Goldmyer Hot Springs
Checked October 2026 · Sources
Goldmyer Hot Springs is a $30 developed soak in King County, Washington, about 96 minutes' drive from Seattle: 125 F water at the source, a 4.5-mile walk (operator figure) from Dingford Creek Trailhead (locked gate), snow likely October to May.
- Day pass $30
- Developed
- Walk 4.5 mi
- No pets
about 1 h 36 min
51.4 mi from Seattle, no traffic
Drive times computed with GraphHopper; map data OpenStreetMap contributors.
The facts
- Water
- 125 F at the source, not the pool
"Goldmyer's hot water source flows steadily from inside a 4-foot wide 25-foot long cave at about 125*F (52*C),"
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 12, 2026 - Walk
- 4.5 miles one way from Dingford Creek Trailhead (locked gate) (operator figure)Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 13, 2026
- Day pass
"Adult (18 - 64) : $30."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 11, 2026- Hours
"Visitors may check-in between 9:00am - 9:00pm; however, we do ask for an ETA."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 14, 2026- Permit or reservation
"Permits for the current month are requested via voicemail and require at least 2 business days notice."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 14, 2026- Clothing
"Goldmyer is a swimsuit-optional hot spring, meaning some visitors may soak in the nude. ... Clothing is required elsewhere on the property."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 12, 2026- Dogs
"No Dogs or other pets allowed on property."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 11, 2026- Snow
- Likely October to MayComputed from NOAA snowfall, 2023 to 2026 seasons
- Run by
- The operator, goldmyer.org
- Last checked
- October 2026
Trail and trailhead
Dingford Creek Trailhead (locked gate)
- Distance
- 4.5 mile one wayQuoted from the operator, checked Oct 13, 2026
- Climb
- About 400 ft up and 60 ft down, one wayComputed from USGS 3DEP elevations at 27 points on our route, Oct 14, 2026 (rough)
- Start
- Dingford Creek Trailhead (locked gate)47.51724, -121.45416
Water temperature
125 F at the source, from Goldmyer Hot Springs (operator, Northwest Wilderness Programs) FAQ. That is where the water leaves the ground; the pool you sit in is cooler.
"Goldmyer's hot water source flows steadily from inside a 4-foot wide 25-foot long cave at about 125*F (52*C),"
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 12, 2026
Fees, hours and rules
Do you have to pay to go to Goldmyer Hot Springs?
Yes.
"Adult (18 - 64) : $30."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 11, 2026
How much is a day pass at Goldmyer Hot Springs?
- Adult (18 - 64)
- $30
- Senior (65+)
- $25
- Children (0 - 17)
- free
- TUESDAY (Exclusive Use), per time slot
- $240
Visitors share the pools with other groups on shared-use days.
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 14, 2026
When is Goldmyer Hot Springs open?
"Visitors may check-in between 9:00am - 9:00pm; however, we do ask for an ETA."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 14, 2026
Do you need a permit or reservation for Goldmyer Hot Springs?
"Permits for the current month are requested via voicemail and require at least 2 business days notice."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 14, 2026
Pets and clothing
"No Dogs or other pets allowed on property."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 11, 2026
"Goldmyer is a swimsuit-optional hot spring, meaning some visitors may soak in the nude. ... Clothing is required elsewhere on the property."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 12, 2026
Seasons and winter access
Snow likely October to May at the spring.
Computed from NOAA snowfall, 2023 to 2026 seasons
Road and gate closures: check the operator's website.
Before you go
- Day pass: Adult (18 - 64) $30; Senior (65+) $25; Children (0 - 17) free; TUESDAY (Exclusive Use), per time slot $240.
- Permits for the current month are requested via voicemail and require at least 2 business days notice.
- Hours: Visitors may check-in between 9:00am - 9:00pm; however, we do ask for an ETA.
- Snow likely October to May.
- Clothing: Goldmyer is a swimsuit-optional hot spring, meaning some visitors may soak in the nude. ... Clothing is required elsewhere on the property.
- Dogs: No Dogs or other pets allowed on property.
- Check operator website (no feed) before you drive.
Getting there
Drive times from each town's center, no traffic (computed).
Both open at the start, Dingford Creek Trailhead (locked gate), not at the pool.
Camping near Goldmyer Hot Springs
"There are a limited number of primitive, backpacking tent campsites available on property. We do not allow campfires and there are no hook-ups."
Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 14, 2026
Nearby hot springs (2)
All 6 hot springs in WashingtonPacific Northwest hot springs (36)
Questions
Is Goldmyer Hot Springs free?
"Adult (18 - 64) : $30."Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 11, 2026
Is Goldmyer Hot Springs clothing optional?
"Goldmyer is a swimsuit-optional hot spring, meaning some visitors may soak in the nude. ... Clothing is required elsewhere on the property."Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 12, 2026
Can I bring my dog?
"No Dogs or other pets allowed on property."Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 11, 2026
Can you camp at Goldmyer Hot Springs?
"There are a limited number of primitive, backpacking tent campsites available on property. We do not allow campfires and there are no hook-ups."Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 14, 2026
Is Goldmyer Hot Springs open, and what are the hours?
"Visitors may check-in between 9:00am - 9:00pm; however, we do ask for an ETA."Quoted from the operator, checked Oct 14, 2026
Sources and last checked
Page last checked October 2026 (the oldest date below).
- goldmyer.org/faq.php: water temperature, clothingChecked Oct 12, 2026
- goldmyer.org/directions.php: walkChecked Oct 13, 2026
- goldmyer.org/visiting.php: fee, hours, permit or reservation, day pass prices, campingChecked Oct 11, 2026 and Oct 14, 2026
- goldmyer.org/rules.php: dogsChecked Oct 11, 2026
- Drive times from Seattle: computed with GraphHopper 11.1, car profile, no trafficOpenStreetMap extract of Oct 12, 2026
- Snow months (Oct, Nov, Dec, Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May): computed from NOAA snowfall, 2023 to 2026 seasonsMethod page explains the rule
- Climb: computed from USGS 3DEP elevations along our OpenStreetMap foot routeComputed Oct 14, 2026