Bonneville Hot Springs (previously Moffets HS)

## Overview Bonneville Hot Springs, previously known as Moffets Hot Springs, is a historic hot springs site located near Vancouver, Washington, in Clark County. The springs have a layered history tied to the broader story of the Columbia River Gorge region. In the mid-1960s, the Moffet family purchased the property and made significant improvements, including the construction of a new pool and other facility upgrades. They operated the hot springs for approximately six years during that era. The site's history is also intertwined with the town of North Bonneville, which had been established in the area for about six years before the construction of a new powerhouse — likely associated with the Bonneville Dam and its hydroelectric operations — reshaped the local landscape. Hot springs in the Columbia River Gorge area are fed by geothermally heated water rising through volcanic rock formations, a hallmark of the Pacific Northwest's geologically active terrain. Please note that Bonneville Hot Springs is listed as a private property. Visitors should confirm current access and ownership status before planning a visit, as conditions and public accessibility may have changed over the decades. ## What to Expect The GPS coordinates (45.6560963, -122.64428) place this site in the Vancouver, Washington area near NE 26th Avenue. Given its designation as a private spring, access may be restricted. The hot springs historically featured a pool and improved facilities from the Moffet family's era of ownership in the 1960s, though the current state of these improvements is not confirmed. The surrounding area sits within the scenic Columbia River Gorge corridor, known for its dramatic basalt cliffs, lush forests, and abundant waterways. Water from hot springs in this region has historically been valued for its warmth and mineral content, though no specific temperature or mineral composition data is currently available for this particular spring. As with any natural water source, the water quality has not been independently verified and should not be assumed safe for drinking without proper testing. Visitors interested in the site should be aware that this is private property and should seek permission before attempting to access the springs. The area around Vancouver and the Columbia River Gorge offers numerous other natural attractions and hot springs that may be more readily accessible to the public.