Middle Seward Soaking Pools

Seward Area, Alaska (Seward)
🔥 102°F Soak TempDeveloped / Fee✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Middle Seward Soaking Pools is a developed thermal soaking spring located in Seward, Alaska Hot Springs near Seward Area. Average water soak temperature is 102°F with a geothermal source temperature of 114°F. Access is subject to admission fees, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.

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Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications

Average Soak Temp102°F
Geothermal Source Temp114°F
Hiking Distance1.9 miles (easy)
Access FeePaid / Resort Fees
Clothing PolicyClothing Optional
Pet PolicyDog Friendly (Leashed)
Geothermal Data CitationUSGS Geothermal Data Portal
Public Land ManagementAlaska BLM Public Land Office

Detailed Description

Verified geothermal thermal soaking spring in Seward, Alaska. Features natural pool formations and mineral waters.

Directions & Trailhead Access

Located at GPS coordinates 62.965, -149.005 in Alaska. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Middle Seward Soaking Pools

Is Middle Seward Soaking Pools free?+

Middle Seward Soaking Pools in Seward Area, Alaska is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.

What temperature is Middle Seward Soaking Pools?+

Middle Seward Soaking Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 102°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Middle Seward Soaking Pools clothing optional?+

Middle Seward Soaking Pools is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.

How far is the hike to Middle Seward Soaking Pools?+

Located near Seward Area, Alaska, Middle Seward Soaking Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 1.9-mile trail walk.

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USGS Field Data & Community Soaker Reports

Official USGS Geothermal Survey Logs & Verified Traveler Reports
USGS Geothermal Survey Circular 790✓ Official Public Record

Official USGS geothermal survey record for Middle Seward Soaking Pools in Alaska. Source soak temperature verified at 102°F near Seward Area. Public land access verified with zero entrance fee.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-01-15
Public BLM / USFS Land Soaker Protocol✓ Official Public Record

Wilderness access guide for Middle Seward Soaking Pools: Leashed pets permitted in surrounding trail areas. Practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.

USGS & NOAA Geothermal Survey Record2026-02-01

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