# Dorr Fumarole Field, Washington

Dorr Fumarole Field in Washington. 194°F (90°C). Hike · Public Land. Whatcom County.

- Page: https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/washington/dorr-fumarole-field
- Source: Soaking Springs, researched and maintained by Armen Suny
- Updated: 2026-09-14

## Can you soak at Dorr Fumarole Field?

No. The water at Dorr Fumarole Field reaches 194°F, hot enough to scald.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Source water temperature | 194°F (90°C) (USGS record; developed pools are often cooled) |
| Elevation | 8,168 ft |
| Access | Hike · Public Land, 4.3 mi from the nearest road (Glacier Creek Road) |
| Land | Mt. Baker National Forest, US Forest Service |
| County | Whatcom County |
| Nearest town | Peaceful Valley |
| Coordinates | 48.78900, -121.80400 |
| Best months to soak | February, December, January (largest gap between water and average air temperature) |
| Nearest campground | Boulder Creek Campground, 7.1 mi |

## Soaking safety

**Fumarole: Not a Soaking Spring.** Dorr Fumarole Field is a fumarole, not a traditional hot spring. These geothermal features can be extremely dangerous. Boiling water, toxic gases, and unstable ground are common hazards. Do not attempt to soak.

## About Dorr Fumarole Field

Dorr Fumarole Field, a cluster of steam vents high in the Mt. Baker National Forest in Whatcom County, Washington, sits some nineteen miles from Peaceful Valley. The temperature on file is close to boiling. This is a place to see, with nothing to soak in. Forest Service ground, listed as open.

Getting there is a hike of a bit over four miles from Glacier Creek Road, climbing to an elevation above eight thousand feet. The average temperature over the year sits below freezing. Snowfall runs to hundreds of inches and precipitation is extreme. Boulder Creek Campground, about seven miles away, is the nearest camping on record.

The record rates December through February highest, but at this altitude with this much snow that would be a mountaineering outing. Steam and ground at these temperatures will scald. Keep a distance from the vents. Open access on national forest land, no fee noted. Nothing about water chemistry is on file.

## Nearby

- Nearest city page: [Hot springs near Sedro-Woolley](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/near/washington/sedro-woolley), 27 mi away
- State page: [Hot springs in Washington](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/washington)
- [Sherman Crater Fumaroles, WA](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/washington/sherman-crater-fumaroles): 266°F source, Hike, near Peaceful Valley, Whatcom County
- [Baker Hot Spring, WA](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/washington/baker-hot-spring): 108°F source, Short Walk, near Agassiz, primitive pools, pools 100–101°F, free
- [Sulphur Creek Hot Springs, WA](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/washington/sulphur-creek-hot-springs): 99°F source, Hike, near Darrington, Snohomish County, primitive pools, pools 90°F, parking or permit fee
- [Kennedy Hot Spring, WA](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/washington/kennedy-hot-spring): 100°F source, Backcountry, near Darrington, Snohomish County
- [Gamma Hot Springs, WA](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/washington/gamma-hot-springs): 140°F source, Backcountry, near Darrington, Snohomish County, primitive pools, parking or permit fee
- [Garland Mineral Springs, WA](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/washington/garland-mineral-springs): 84°F source, Short Walk, near Gold Bar, Snohomish County

## Questions

**What is the water temperature at Dorr Fumarole Field?**
Dorr Fumarole Field has a water temperature of 194°F (90°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.

**Where is Dorr Fumarole Field located?**
Dorr Fumarole Field is located in Whatcom County, Washington at 8,168 feet elevation, near Peaceful Valley. Coordinates: 48.7890°N, 121.8040°W.

**How do I get to Dorr Fumarole Field?**
Dorr Fumarole Field has Hike road access, with the nearest road being Glacier Creek Road (4.3 mi from the road).

**Is Dorr Fumarole Field free to visit?**
Dorr Fumarole Field has Open access. It is managed by US Forest Service.

**Can I camp near Dorr Fumarole Field?**
Yes, Boulder Creek Campground is located nearby (7.1 miles away).

**Is it safe to soak at Dorr Fumarole Field?**
No, not at the source. The water at Dorr Fumarole Field reaches 194°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