Harrison Hot Springs
Harrison Hot Springs BC, Canada
- Location
- Harrison Hot Springs BC, Canada
- Water type
- sodium chloride
- Temperature
- 65 °C
- pH
- 8.4
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh
Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).
Buoyancy
Effortless float
LowHigh
Dense, salty water — you float without effort.
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On the shore of Harrison Lake in British Columbia, these springs have long been known to the Sts'ailes people, who call them Qwólts ("boiling water"). Settlers are said to have "discovered" the site in 1858, after their boat capsized in surprisingly warm water. The village developed as a resort destination from 1886, when the Canadian Pacific Railway reached the area. Two types of springs feed the pools today: a potash spring at around 40°C and a sulphur spring at around 62°C.
Insider tip — Tucked beside a lake in British Columbia, Harrison Hot Springs channels its very hot source into a public lagoon and resort pools, framed by striking mountain scenery. Just two hours from Vancouver, it makes an easy getaway — and in summer, the world-class sand sculpture festival on the beach is a bonus worth planning around.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 65 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sodium chloride water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année.