Alvord Hot Springs is privately owned by the Davis family and hosts twin concrete pools that date to the 1940s and modernized over the years. The hot springs have on-site caretakers, a small store/reception center, restroom and campsites. The pools are near the east base of Steens Mountain, a mile below the summit at the edge of the Alvord Desert. The water comes out of the ground at 170 degrees and gets cooled when mixed in the soaking pools. Those who pay to camp can use the pools 24 hours, while day visitors are welcome during normal business hours. Our General Store sells drinks, ice, bath towels, clothing items, propane, bottled water and other miscellaneous necessities.