Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse
Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse is a developed thermal spring listed in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Alaska Hot Springs near Tenakee Springs. Reported soak temperature is 106°F with a historical source temperature of 106°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 | 106°F |
| Source Temp (Historical) | 106°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
Historic community bathhouse (1939) in the village of Tenakee Springs on Chichagof Island — a concrete-and-stone tub fed by ~106°F mineral water, with strict gender-segregated hours (men 2-6pm & 10pm-9am; women 9am-2pm & 6-10pm). No clothing in the tub; soap-wash required. Fee: Free community bathhouse; donations encouraged. Rules strictly enforced: no clothes in tub, wash first, respect segregated hours.
Directions & Trailhead Access
Town of Tenakee Springs, across from the market — Alaska Marine Highway ferry or floatplane from Juneau.
Frequently Asked Questions: Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse
Is Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse free?+
Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse is listed as free to access in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area, Alaska. Fees and rules change — verify current status with the land manager before visiting.
What temperature is Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse?+
Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse has a reported soak temperature of 106°F and a historical source temperature of 106°F in survey records. Historical data may not reflect current conditions — always test water before entering.
Is Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse clothing optional?+
Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse is listed as traditionally clothing-optional in directory records. Confirm current rules before visiting, as policies change.
How do you access Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse?+
Tenakee Hot Springs Bathhouse is a recorded location in Hoonah-Angoon Census Area. Exact access, parking, and land status are not verified — check with the local land manager (BLM/USFS/NPS) before visiting.
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