I am trying to plan a camping trip to the hotsprings in the Olympic National Park in Washington. But the only ones that I can seem to locate are like pools... very tourist like. I would like to camp somewhere a little more in the woods. Any suggestions?? And are there any tent camping nearby??? Please help!!Hotsprings in Washington State?
Olympic Hot Springs is 7 "pools" - formed out of rocks to gather the hot water but not at all like a normal swimming pool or hot tub. The pools are shallow - only about 12-18 inches deep.
It's a 2.5 mile walk slightly uphill to the site of an abandoned resort (the buildings are all gone)
There is tent camping nearby at Boulder Creek Campground. Use is heavy, especially in season on the weekends.
http://www.nps.gov/olym/planyourvisit/bo鈥?/a>
There aren't so many natural hot springs in Washington state, and so the few that are there get used heavily. Just remember also that the water quality is not monitored by the parks service, and use of the hot springs is not recommended. But that doesn't stop most people from taking a dip and there are few reports of illness from using the hot springs.Hotsprings in Washington State?
Sol Duc is a hot spring located right in Olympic National Park. They have a inn, restaurant and cabins. It is very nice and pleasant and they accommodate tourists. I am sure you could also ask them about camping areas that are near by.
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