There Is No Better Place to Be Than These 6 Hot Springs in Alaska

There's something so enchanting about hot springs in Alaska, especially during the colder months. You get to walk outside in freezing temperatures in a bathing suit before quickly sliding into inviting warm waters. There is nothing better than having your head float above the water in freezing cold temperatures while the rest of your body is submerged in seriously hot spring water.

Alaska is a gigantic state and there are quite a few hot springs, though not all of them are open to the public or easily accessible. The Alaska hot springs below, however, are great spots to plan a weekend vacation or just drop by for a dip.

1. Chena Hot Springs, Fairbanks

Looking for the best hot springs resort in Alaska? Then Chena Hot Springs fits the bill. This extraordinary destination is famous for its natural lake-sized hot spring with rock seating and plenty of space to go around. Chena Hot Springs offers its adult visitors a unique ice bar that is set aglow with colorful lights during the winter. This is truly the number one spot to go in Alaska.

2. Baranof Warm Springs, Baranof Island

Only accessible by float plane, the secluded beauty of Baranof Warm Springs is made even more appealing by the Forest Service cabin also available for use at the site. Enjoy gorgeous views of Warm Springs Bay while soaking in the deliciously warm waters of Baranof Warm Springs.

3. Manley Hot Springs, Fairbanks

Manley Hot Springs is very remote and very rustic. The location of the hot springs is maintained year-round by the locals. They accept donations upon use of the soaking baths but no payment is required.

4. Tolovana Hot Springs, Fairbanks

Tolovana Hot Springs is unfortunately not accessible by road, however, if you were to catch a bush plane, hit the trail, or weave your way by canoe into Alaska's interior you would fall into the warm arms of Tolovana Hot Springs. It may be one heck of a trip, but the comfortable rustic cabins and natural mineral baths make the trip worth it.

5. Serpentine Hot Springs, Shishmaref

Set deep into a valley, Serpentine Hot Springs is an incredible spot to stop and soak in thermal waters during your visit to the Bering Land Bridge National Preserve.

6. Goddard Hot Springs, Sitka

With multiple soak houses and boat access, Goddard Hot Springs is an enchanting place to relax. It's the type of place that deserves a spot on every bucket list and one of the best outdoor hot springs in Alaska.

Have you been to any of the best hot springs in Alaska? What is your favorite outdoor hot spring in Alaska? Let me know. I'd love to hear from you.

And if you're yearning for more winter getaways in Alaska, check out these gorgeous mountain towns or book a stay in a cozy cabin vacation rental.