# Warner Valley Ranch, Oregon

Warner Valley Ranch in Oregon. 198°F (92°C). Short Walk. Lake County.

- Page: https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/oregon/warner-valley-ranch
- Source: Soaking Springs, researched and maintained by Armen Suny
- Updated: 2026-09-14

## Can you soak at Warner Valley Ranch?

Not at the source. The water leaves the ground at 198°F, hot enough to burn skin. It's a short walk from the road.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Source water temperature | 198°F (92°C) (USGS record; developed pools are often cooled) |
| Elevation | 4,490 ft |
| Access | Short Walk, 0.1 mi from the nearest road (County Highway 3-10) |
| County | Lake County |
| Nearest town | Lakeview |
| Coordinates | 42.21900, -119.87700 |
| Best months to soak | December, January, February (largest gap between water and average air temperature) |
| Nearest campground | DRAKE PEAK LOOKOUT, 15.4 mi |

## Soaking safety

**Very Hot Source, Use Extreme Caution.** At 198°F, the source water at Warner Valley Ranch 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.

## About Warner Valley Ranch

Warner Valley Ranch is a near-boiling spring in Lake County, about 24 miles from Lakeview. The word ranch in the name is its own warning. Ownership goes unlisted, and access with it, so assume private until you learn otherwise. Water close to two hundred degrees will cook things. Nothing has been noted about a cooled pool.

County Highway 3-10 passes a tenth of a mile away, so on the map this is almost roadside. High desert at around 4,500 feet, dry, with nearly four feet of snow over a winter. Who manages the ground is not recorded. The closest camping on file is Drake Peak Lookout, fifteen miles off.

Winter has the best rating on record. Do not go near the source water; at this temperature it will scald instantly and badly. Ownership is unknown and the name suggests a working ranch, so get permission before turning off the highway. Drake Peak Lookout is the nearest listed camping. No water chemistry is on file.

## Nearby

- Nearest city page: [Hot springs near Hines](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/near/oregon/hines), 72 mi away
- State page: [Hot springs in Oregon](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/oregon)
- [Crump Geyser (Crump Spring), OR](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/oregon/crump-geyser-crump-spring): 172°F source, Roadside, near Lakeview, Lake County
- [Moss Ranch Springs, OR](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/oregon/moss-ranch-springs): 83°F source, Short Walk, near Lakeview, Lake County
- [Moss Ranch Spring, OR](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/oregon/moss-ranch-spring): 72°F source, Short Walk, near Lakeview, Lake County
- [Fisher Hot Springs, OR](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/oregon/fisher-hot-springs-2): 154°F source, Short Walk, near Lakeview, Lake County
- [Hallinan Spring, OR](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/oregon/hallinan-spring): 113°F source, Roadside, near Lakeview, Lake County
- [Antelope Hot Springs, OR](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/oregon/antelope-hot-springs): 104°F source, pH 7.4, Short Walk, near Lakeview, Lake County

## Questions

**What is the water temperature at Warner Valley Ranch?**
Warner Valley Ranch has a water temperature of 198°F (92°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.

**Where is Warner Valley Ranch located?**
Warner Valley Ranch is located in Lake County, Oregon at 4,490 feet elevation, near Lakeview. Coordinates: 42.2190°N, 119.8770°W.

**How do I get to Warner Valley Ranch?**
Warner Valley Ranch has Short Walk road access, with the nearest road being County Highway 3-10 (0.1 mi from the road).

**Can I camp near Warner Valley Ranch?**
Yes, Drake Peak Lookout is located nearby (15.4 miles away).

**Is it safe to soak at Warner Valley Ranch?**
No, not at the source. The water at Warner Valley Ranch reaches 198°F, which can cause severe burns within seconds. Look for cooled side pools or downstream stretches, and test with a hand before anything else.

## Sources

- USGS thermal springs records, Water Quality Portal lab analyses, OpenStreetMap, Wikipedia/Wikidata, NOAA climate normals