Burgdorf Hot Springs: reservations, access and fees
Burgdorf Hot Springs is a working historic resort 32 miles north of McCall, inside a private inholding surrounded by Payette National Forest. It's been operating since the 1860s, and every visit today, whether a rustic cabin stay or a two-hour day soak, goes through an advance reservation. It's covered in our hot springs in Idaho guide alongside the state's free roadside and hike-in options.
Fact box
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Nearest town | McCall, Idaho (about 32 miles south) |
| Access | Roadside by car in summer via Warren Wagon Road; snowmobile only in winter |
| Booking | Reservation required for every visit; cabins or 2-hour day soaks, bookings open 90 days ahead (Burgdorf Hot Springs) |
| Days closed | Closed Wednesdays |
| Legal status | Private resort, on a private inholding within Payette National Forest |
| Temperature (source, historical) | The NOAA/NCEI thermal springs archive lists Burgdorf at 113°F (historical estimate, base year 1980) |
| Temperature (pools, recent) | Roughly 96–113°F across the resort's pools, per the operator's current listing |
Getting there and booking
Burgdorf sits at the end of Warren Wagon Road, reachable by car through the summer season once the road is clear of snow. In winter, the only way in is by snowmobile, and the resort continues to operate on a reduced schedule for that reason. Every visit, whether an off-grid rustic cabin stay or a two-hour day soak, requires an advance reservation through the resort's own site, which opens bookings 90 days out from any given date; slots for popular summer weekends fill quickly once that window opens. The property is closed on Wednesdays. Cabin rates aren't published on a fixed schedule, so check current pricing directly with the resort before planning a trip.
The pools
The resort's soaking pools run roughly 96–113°F, close to the 113°F historical estimate in the NOAA thermal springs archive for this location, which suggests the source temperature hasn't shifted much since that record was compiled. Unlike the state's undeveloped hike-in springs, Burgdorf's pools are built and maintained rather than natural rock formations, so temperature and water level stay more consistent day to day.
How this guide was researched
This page draws on Burgdorf Hot Springs' own resort site, the NOAA/NCEI thermal springs archive, and published visitor reports. We haven't visited this site ourselves. Reservation windows, closures and rates are set by the operator and can change; verify current details with the resort before you go. Last checked August 2026.
FAQ
Do you need a reservation for Burgdorf Hot Springs?
Yes, for every visit, whether a cabin stay or a two-hour day soak. Bookings open through the resort's site 90 days ahead of the date.
How do you get to Burgdorf Hot Springs in winter?
By snowmobile only. Warren Wagon Road, the summer driving route, isn't plowed to the resort in winter.
Is Burgdorf Hot Springs open every day?
No. The resort is closed on Wednesdays.
How hot are the pools at Burgdorf Hot Springs?
Roughly 96–113°F across the resort's pools, close to the historical 113°F NOAA archive estimate for the source.
How much does Burgdorf Hot Springs cost?
The resort doesn't publish a fixed cabin rate; day soaks and cabin stays are both booked and priced through its own reservation system. Check current rates directly before booking.
We haven't visited these places ourselves, and every page says so rather than implying otherwise. Details are compiled from public land-manager, USGS and NOAA sources and cross-checked where possible; conditions, access rules and fees change without notice, so confirm with the managing agency before you go. Page last checked August 2026. Read our full methodology.