Natural swimming hole
Chena Hot Springs Resort
Spring · Alaska
About this swimming hole
Chena Hot Springs Resort, about 60 miles northeast of Fairbanks, is Alaska's most accessible developed hot spring. Soakers use the boulder-lined outdoor rock lake (kept around 106°F and restricted to adults), an indoor heated pool, and outdoor hot tubs, all fed by pungent mineral spring water. The resort also has a campground, cabins, a restaurant, and the Aurora Ice Museum.
Good to know
| Water type | Spring |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 106 |
| Depth | outdoor rock lake; indoor heated pool; hot tubs |
| Best season | Year-round |
| Fees | Day-use fee around $15-$20 per adult |
| Reservations required | No |
| Parking | on-site parking included |
| Amenities | indoor pool, outdoor hot tubs, restaurant, campground, cabins, ice museum |
| County | Fairbanks North Star Borough |
| Nearest town | Fairbanks |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; outdoor rock lake is adults-only (18+); winter driving on Chena Hot Springs Road can be hazardous |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Chena Hot Springs Resort?
Yes — Chena Hot Springs Resort is listed as a natural swimming spot in Alaska. Reported water temperature: 106. Heads-up: no lifeguard; outdoor rock lake is adults-only (18+); winter driving on Chena Hot Springs Road can be hazardous. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Chena Hot Springs Resort require reservations?
No reservations are required at Chena Hot Springs Resort based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Chena Hot Springs Resort?
Reported fee info: Day-use fee around $15-$20 per adult. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Chena Hot Springs Resort?
The best season is typically Year-round.