Traveling to Breitenbush, Including On-Line Ride-Sharing
Breitenbush Hot Springs is located in the Cascade Mountains near Detroit, Oregon about 60 miles
east of Salem. Please note: There is no public transportation available to Breitenbush. Reiki Gathering participants merrily arrive in automobiles by ones, twos, fours
and more!
The simplest route for those driving from North or South is to take I-5 to Salem. Take exit 253 from Salem and
head east toward Stayton/Detroit on Hwy 22. After crossing the Detroit Bridge, turn left onto Hwy 46 at the only gas station
in Detroit and head north. Drive 10 miles, just past Cleator Bend Campground, take a right onto the single lane bridge crossing
the Breitenbush River. The road is gravel after the bridge and has three forks in its 1 1/2 mile course. Take a left at
every fork and you will end up in the parking lot. Plan about an hour and a half travel time from Salem.
Note: We have provided a link to printable driving directions, including the "Alternate (Summer only) via Route
224" shortcut on this page, below the map.
Traveling by Plane or Train
Friends who come from distances too far to drive may begin their journey by rail or plane. With planning
ahead of time, they may be met by fellow Reiki Gathering participants who are willing to share their traveling time and space.
Our new Yahoo! Ride Sharing site is a useful resource.
Portland International (PDX) is the nearest large airport. Whether you decide to rent a car yourself or be met
by a fellow traveler, you should plan on arriving by Friday 1:00 pm at the latest to allow time to reach Breitenbush for the beginning of the Gathering. You should
schedule a return
flight no earlier than 6:00 pm on Sunday at the end of the Gathering to allow sufficient travel and check-in time. If you
schedule your departure before 6:00 pm, plan on renting a car. Similar planning for time should be anticipated when traveling by train to either
Portland or Salem.
For questions, we have provided links below to contact our Yahoo! Ride-Share Site Coordinator and our Transportation
Coordinator.
