Vandalism at the springs again

Bear Den on first sight . . . draining faster than it can refillI received a text message from one of the regulars at Scenic letting me know that the hot springs had been vandalized. I really wanted to do the Johnson Ridge hike as I had planned but when I got up there there was already another vehicle. Well, not much of a problem usually. Johnson Ridge has become much more popular with the

Summer update

Just thought I would post a quick update, as I have been up to the springs two to three times per week for the last few months. The springs for the most part have been respected by most soakers. I have had to clean up remnants from a few fires and pick up after a few late night parties (the springs are OFF limits at night and NO fires are allowed). The springs are back at peak temperatures.

Meager Creek Hot Springs status

Meager Creek Hot Springs (also managed by Mike) has been open since May 15. The Forestry road is in normal conditions, it is manageable with a 2WD. There are plans on grading the road in early July, but it is still drivable at the moment. There are currently 2 caretakers at the site and the maintenance has really improved. There are 3 rocklined pools, including a newly renovated pool by

Scenic Access

I do apologize to those who have requested access to Scenic Hot Springs and as yet have not received a reply from me. I have been basically away for the past several months while undergoing chemotherapy for mylogenous leukemia. It is only now . . . after this round . . . that I even feel like rejoining the world around me. I even feel good enough for a hike let alone going through months worth

The springs are running cold, as the snow level has been well above the altitude of the soak. Lots of winter runoff coming down the mountain. On a different note, if you are hiking to the springs without permission and then have the nerve to not even clean up your mess (hike out your trash), you must be a sorry excuse for a human being! This is a hot spring people, WAKE UP! Anyway my name is

The Springs Are Running Cold

Sushi Bob reports that the hot spring sources are now running cold as a result of the rains we have received these past few weeks. Until we get a freeze and a locking up of groundwater entering the spring sources, expect the springs to remain cold for at least two weeks after the rains.

Bagby Hot Springs, Oregon Video

Field Guide Video - Bagby Hot Springs, OregonFeaturing my friend Michael RysavyPresident/ChairmanNorthwest Forest Conservancywww.nwforests.org Producer - Stacy Libokmeto; Videographer - Michael Bendixen; Editor - Todd SonfliethBagby Hot Springs, OregonWidget powered by EveryTrail: GPS Geotagging