Baranof Warm Springs
Baranof Warm Springs is a primitive thermal spring listed in Sitka Borough, Alaska Hot Springs near Sitka. Reported soak temperature is 109°F with a historical source temperature of 109°F — actual conditions may differ. Access is listed as free, and clothing policy is listed as clothing-optional — always confirm before visiting. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.
Seasonal Soaking & Best Time to Visit
Remote Alaskan geothermal sites have a brief accessible season — snow, ice, and limited road access close most areas outside summer. Midnight-sun June through early September offers the only realistic visiting window for most locations.
Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications
| Reported Soak Temp | 109°F |
| Source Temp (Historical) | 109°F |
| Trail Access | Recorded coordinates — access unverified |
| Access Fee | Reported Free — Verify Locally |
| Clothing Policy | Reported Clothing-Optional |
| Pet Policy | Reported No Pets |
| Geothermal Data Reference | NOAA Thermal Springs List (1980 archive) |
| Check Land Status | Alaska Land Manager (BLM) |
Verification & Sources
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Reviewed September 2026 · Treat all details as reported — verify before visiting · How we verify our data
Detailed Description
Nine-plus thermal springs at the head of Warm Springs Bay on east Baranof Island — rock-lined riverside pools (~108-110°F) beside the whitewater Baranof River plus a free public bathhouse with three private rooms and bay views. Boat-access boardwalk community with a public dock. River pools flood dangerously at high water; some springs too hot to enter — test first.
Directions & Trailhead Access
Boat or floatplane ~20 mi east of Sitka to Warm Springs Bay; boardwalk then a short trail upriver to the pools.
Frequently Asked Questions: Baranof Warm Springs
Is Baranof Warm Springs free?+
Baranof Warm Springs is listed as free to access in Sitka Borough, Alaska. Fees and rules change — verify current status with the land manager before visiting.
What temperature is Baranof Warm Springs?+
Baranof Warm Springs has a reported soak temperature of 109°F and a historical source temperature of 109°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Baranof Warm Springs clothing optional?+
Baranof Warm Springs is listed as traditionally clothing-optional in directory records. Confirm current rules before visiting, as policies change.
How do you access Baranof Warm Springs?+
Baranof Warm Springs is a recorded location in Sitka Borough. Exact access, parking, and land status are not verified — check with the local land manager (BLM/USFS/NPS) before visiting.
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