Barry Ranch Hot Springs

Lake County, Oregon · Near Lakeview
42.1560°N, 120.3450°W · 4,746 ft
190°F 39°F air · Good soaking weather 4,746 ft Roadside Camping nearby (12.1 mi)
Very Hot Source, Use Extreme Caution

At 190°F, the source water at Barry Ranch Hot Springs is hot enough to cause burns. Some hot springs this hot have cooler side pools or downstream areas suitable for soaking. Always test the water temperature before entering.

Two and a half miles outside Lakeview, in Lake County, Oregon, Barry Ranch Hot Springs runs at 190 degrees. That is scalding water, close to boiling. The record has a photograph but no landowner and no statement on public access, and with Ranch in the name that gap deserves attention before anyone plans a stop.

Location

US Highway 395 passes within about a hundred feet of the springs, so this is roadside in the literal sense. The elevation is around forty seven hundred feet. Close to six feet of snow lands here between autumn and spring, while yearly moisture runs higher than most of southeastern Oregon. The nearest overnight spot on record is Aspen Cabin, about twelve miles off, a Fremont-Winema National Forest site.

December through February are the ranked months. The water will scald on contact. Stay out of anything that has not been cooled and do not let children near the source. Because ownership and access are unrecorded, assume the ground may be private until you learn otherwise. Aspen Cabin is the camping option.

Monthly Climate
30°
Jan
31°
Feb
36°
Mar
43°
Apr
52°
May
61°
Jun
72°
Jul
71°
Aug
62°
Sep
49°
Oct
37°
Nov
28°
Dec
Annual Precip: 19.6 in Annual Snow: 68.3 in
Best Time to Visit
December Air 28°F · Water 190°F · +162° contrast
January Air 30°F · Water 190°F · +160° contrast
February Air 31°F · Water 190°F · +159° contrast
December offers 43°F more contrast than August
Current Conditions
39°F
Clear NNW 20.7 mph 93% Good soaking weather
Labor Day 68° Low 36° Areas Of Frost then Sunny
Spring is +122° warmer
Tuesday 77° Low 42° Sunny
Spring is +113° warmer
Wednesday 83° Low 50° Mostly Sunny
Spring is +107° warmer
Thursday 81° Low 52° Mostly Sunny
Spring is +109° warmer
Friday 74° Low 49° Sunny
Spring is +116° warmer
Where to Stay

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Nearby Camping
Aspen Cabin (Fremont Winema National Forest, Or) 12.1 mi away

Overview Historic Aspen Cabin is nestled in a forest of fir, pine, and aspen, and provides an ideal setting for guests seeking relaxation and recreation in the Fremont-Winema National Forest. It was built in 1930 and originally used as an administrative cabin and fire guard station by U.S. Forest Service employees. It also served as a warming shelter for snowmobilers and cross-country skiers during the 1990s. Today, the cabin offers guests a secluded getaway in a landscape abundant with wil...

Reservable Yes
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Temperature
190°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 190°F (88°C)
Avg Air Temp 48°F
Above Ambient +142°F
Great soaking conditions September
Access
Road Access Roadside
Nearest Road US Highway 395
Distance to Road 97 ft
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Barry Ranch Hot Springs?
Barry Ranch Hot Springs has a water temperature of 190°F (88°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.
Where is Barry Ranch Hot Springs located?
Barry Ranch Hot Springs is located in Lake County, Oregon at 4,746 feet elevation, near Lakeview. Coordinates: 42.1560°N, 120.3450°W.
How do I get to Barry Ranch Hot Springs?
Barry Ranch Hot Springs has Roadside road access, with the nearest road being US Highway 395 (97 ft from the road).
Can I camp near Barry Ranch Hot Springs?
Yes, Aspen Cabin (Fremont Winema National Forest, Or) is located nearby (12.1 miles away).
Is it safe to soak at Barry Ranch Hot Springs?
No, not at the source. The water at Barry Ranch Hot Springs reaches 190°F, which can cause severe burns within seconds. Look for cooled side pools or downstream stretches, and test with a hand before anything else.