Fording Mountain Warm Springs is a distinctive natural wonder with its yellow hued water due to the high sulphur and microbial life. The water itself is not hot by any means, 77F / 25C, though it might not be ideal for extended soaking, many visitors still wade in its waters in hopes of experiencing the tales of the springs natural healing properties.
The nearby area offers camping opportunities as well, making it easy to turn the day trip into an overnight one.
Fording Mountain Warm Springs
4.3
(127 reviews)
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- Open 6:00 AM – 8:00 PM
GPS Coordinates
- 49.994278 N,
- -114.898281W
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