Nestled in Warm Springs, Oregon, Kah-Nee-Ta was forced to close in 2018 due to bad economic times and the lack of resources to overhaul the area’s deficient water system. Now the resort is set to re-open in Summer of 2024.

The Confederate Tribes of Warm Springs, the Paiute, Wasco, and Warm Springs people share their history and culture with visitors through restaurants, museums, and other attractions. I suggest learning more about the history of the tribes before sharing their water with them. The Museum at Warm Springs showcases artwork, crafts, exhibits on tribal history and culture, and an outdoor interpretive trail.

If you are hungry, get a snack before going to the resort at The Twisted Teepee food truck, known for its warm fry bread.

The hot spring at Kah-Nee-Ta Resort is a natural wonder with restoring healing properties. The water is rich in minerals, including magnesium, calcium, and potassium, which aids in providing guests with therapeutic benefits. The below image is from their website - so few springs provide this level of detail!

The family-friendly hot springs resort has large outdoor natural hot springs soaking pools where temperatures will vary from 92 to 104 degrees, have fun in the Lazy River pools, or let the little ones play in the zero-depth entry pool.

You can become part of the resort.

For a limited time, the first to join the Kah-Nee-Ta Forever Club and include a purchase of personalized pavers, will receive complimentary day passes.

For families - parents can relax in the hot springs while your kids enjoy tons of other activities:

• Tennis Courts

• Basketball Courts

• Sand Volleyball Courts

• Horseshoes Courts

• Bocce Ball Courts

• Corn Hole Courts

• Natural Playground Area for all ages

• Pickleball Courts

• Putt Putt Golf

• Hiking Trails

• Biking Trails

• Walking Trails

The Warm Springs River Float is a popular activity that is offered during the summer months.  This 3-mile branch is by far the premier tubing stretch on the Warm Springs River, including a few Class I rapids and several sections of riffles along the way. 

Like the springs for more than a day? Stay overnight in motels, glamping tents or your own RV?

If you are staying longer, the Lower Deschutes River runs through Warm Springs and offers excellent angling opportunities. Don’t forget to get your tribal permits.