Cougar Hot Springs (AKA Terwilliger Hot Springs)
Eugene, Oregon
| Address: | Cougar Hot Springs Trail, Blue River, OR 97413, USA |
| GPS: |
44°5'1.8"N 122°13'56.6"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Oregon |
Hot Springs
Located deep beneath a canopy of primeval forest, clothing optional Cougar AKA Terwilliger Hot Springs features a chain of stair stepped pools fed by a small cave in a wooded ravine. Each of the 5 rock walled pools are slightly cooler than the other starting from 112 and ending near 90 degrees.
Cougar Hot Springs is open year-round and lies in wait at the end of an quarter mile stroll through the Willamette National Forest. Northwest Forest Passes are no longer accepted here, the only way to soak is to pay a $6/day fee or purchase a season pass for $60/year.
| Season | All (check roads during winter for frequent closures) |
| Type | Hike |
| G P S | 44.083 122.233 |
| Map Quad | MCKENZIE BRIDGE 15 or Willamette National Forest Map |
| Elevation | 1,700 |
| Land | Willamette National Forest |
| Fee | Yes ($6/day or $60/year) |
| Restrictions | Nighttime closure |
| Usage | High |
| Visibility | Moderate |
| Temp | 112-85 |
| Water Clarity | Clear |
| Odor | n/a |
| P H | n/a |
| Area Features | Cougar Reservior, Rider Creek Waterfall |
| Gas | Eugene/Bend |
| Trash | Moderate-Low |
| Bugs | Moderate-High (seasonally) |
| Wildlife | Moderate |
| Camping | Nearby, no on-site |
| Clothing Optional | Yes |
| Pit Toilet | Yes |
More Information
Be careful. Pay attention to posted signs and always test the waters before you get in. Some hot springs can get up to boiling temperatures. Be sure to drink plenty of water to combat the dehydrating effect of the spring.
Be respectful of other soakers and the hot spring. Don't hog the pool. Camp at least 200 yards away and keep fires in designated areas. Keep your pets out of the water and never pee in thermal feature. Glass bottles should never go near a hot spring.
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Eugene, Oregon
- Head north toward Coburg Rd (249 ft)
- Merge onto Coburg Rd (0.7 mi)
- Slight right to merge onto I-105 E toward I-5/Springfield/Portland (1.2 mi)
- Continue onto OR-126 E (6.8 mi)
- Turn left onto OR-126 E/Main StContinue to follow OR-126 E(38.9 mi)
- Turn right onto Cougar Dam Rd/NF-19 (0.4 mi)
- Slight right onto Aufderheide Dr (2.9 mi)
- Turn right to stay on Aufderheide Dr (112 ft)
- Turn right to stay on Aufderheide DrDestination will be on the left(4.1 mi)
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