Visitors who would like to try a genuine hot springs experience out in the wilds should consider a visit to the Goldmyer Hot Springs Property in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains near North Bend, Washington. To reach the hot springs, you need to do some planning, including making a reservation well in advance, as only 20 visitors per day are allowed onto the property. There are three tiered baths, which are naturally filled with hot, mineral-rich waters; they are quite small and the uppermost bath is partially inside a cave, which becomes very hot and steamy – just like a natural sauna. You have to access the springs on foot along a fairly level 4.5-mile hiking trail and you will also need a high-clearance vehicle to reach the trailhead. Camping is allowed but you will need to carry in everything you need.

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