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Chena Hot Springs Resort — Day-use fee or pay-per-soak in Fairbanks, AK (2026)
A 60-mile scenic drive from Fairbanks delivers aurora-ready cabins, an ice museum, dog mushing, and a massive rock-walled hot lake.
ResortDrive-up parking or paved path
Temperature
104°–108°F
Pools
3 soaking pools
Best season
Year-round
Reservations
Walk-up friendly
Dog policy
No pets at pools
Family policy
Family windows available
Safety notes
- Winter roads can hit -40°F with black ice—carry emergency gear and top off fuel before leaving Fairbanks.
- Jewelry tarnishes quickly in the high-iron water; remove watches and rings.
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