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Radium Springs Georgia

Albany, United States
Radium Springs Georgia
Location
Albany, United States
Water type
bicarbonate
Temperature
45 °C
pH
8.4

Water profile

Thermicity
Sedative
45 °C
LowHigh

Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.

Mineralisation
Restorative
LowHigh

Loaded with major ions — the essential minerals (Ca, Mg).

Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh

Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.

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On the banks of the Flint River in Albany, southwest Georgia, Radium Springs occupies one of the most storied natural sites in the American South. Once celebrated as one of Georgia's Seven Natural Wonders, the spring feeds into the river with a volume and constancy that shaped the local landscape for millennia. The resort setting frames a spring whose story is inseparable from the broader history of this stretch of the Deep South.

Bicarbonate water surfaces at a notable 45 °C, delivering sustained heat to the body. The alkaline pH of 8.4 gives the water a characteristic softness, smooth against the skin in the way of high-bicarbonate springs. Historically, visitors travelled considerable distances to bathe here, drawn by the spring's striking aquamarine colour and the enveloping warmth of its waters — an experience that made Radium Springs a destination of regional significance across much of the twentieth century.

Insider tip — Hydrate well before and after your bicarbonate water bath at 45°C.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 45 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features bicarbonate water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Mai|Juin|Juillet|Août|Septembre.