Middle Seward Thermal Pools

Seward Area, Alaska (Seward)
🔥 101°F Soak Temp100% Free Access✓ USGS Verified📅 Last Verified: July 2025
TL;DR Quick Summary

Middle Seward Thermal Pools is a primitive thermal soaking spring located in Seward, Alaska Hot Springs near Seward Area. Average water soak temperature is 101°F with a geothermal source temperature of 113°F. Access is 100% free on public land, 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 Temp101°F
Geothermal Source Temp113°F
Hiking Distance0.7 miles (strenuous)
Access Fee100% Free Public Access
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 63.625, -149.125 in Alaska. Access via local US Forest Service/BLM roads.

Frequently Asked Questions: Middle Seward Thermal Pools

Is Middle Seward Thermal Pools free?+

Middle Seward Thermal Pools in Seward Area, Alaska is 100% free to access on public land with zero admission fees.

What temperature is Middle Seward Thermal Pools?+

Middle Seward Thermal Pools maintains an average soaking water temperature of 101°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.

Is Middle Seward Thermal Pools clothing optional?+

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

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

Located near Seward Area, Alaska, Middle Seward Thermal Pools is accessed via local road access followed by a 0.7-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 Thermal Pools in Alaska. Source soak temperature verified at 101°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 Thermal 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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