Lussier Hot Springs

Lussier Hot Springs is an undeveloped hot spring just inside Whiteswan Lake Provincial Park in British Columbia, a province of Canada.

Lussier Hot Springs
A view of both pools looking towards the river
LocationWhiteswan Lake Provincial Park, British Columbia
Coordinates50°8′6.82″N 115°34′36.90″W
Elevation1,099 metres (3,606 ft)
TypeNatural Hot Spring
Temperature43 °C (109 °F)[1]
Location in British Columbia

History

The hot springs are in traditional territory of the Ktunaxa people. In the early 20th century, the springs were used by prospectors, trappers and guides.[2]

Features

This is the view coming down the access path

The springs are made up of several rock pools with gravel bottoms. The hottest pool is up to 43°C, and then the water cools to about 37°C as it flows down through the rest towards the Lussier River.[1]

References

  1. "Lussier Hot Springs". Archived from the original on 2019-11-06. Retrieved 2019-11-05.
  2. "Lussier Hot Springs". Archived from the original on 2019-05-18. Retrieved 2020-04-12.


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