Shower Bath Hot Springs

An unbelievable hot springs lies at the end of an unbelievable journey into the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. The window for driving to either of the two trailheads that grants you passage to Shower Bath Hot Springs is only 2-3 months. In addition, the last stretch of the trail plunges into the cold Warm Springs Creek .25 mile before the hot springs on each of the only 2 ways into the hot springs. A welcome reprieve during the right time of year. This portion of the trail is referred to as the “Narrows”. There’s no bank to walk on either, the creek literally cuts through jagged, rock mountain. Moose, Elk and Deer kills are common in this area because wildcats utilize the Narrows to trap their prey.

Shower Bath Hot Springs features naturally conditioned pools that vary in size and temperature – most are rock walled with sand, rock and/or gravel bottoms.

Wildlife Sighted: Many snakes, black bear, deer, elk, moose and mountain lion

Seasonal Notes

Main access roads only open July-October (sometimes November) or August-September depending on which way you are coming.

Camping Notes

Decent camping close to the hot springs – there are 2 small (1-2 tents) sites amongst thorn bushes and tall grass.

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