Hot Spring Near Tuluksak River
This hot spring occupies remote territory within Yukon Delta National Wildlife Refuge, where the Yukon River system's massive seasonal flows support one of North America's greatest waterfowl concentrations.
The refuge landscape features coastal lowlands, dispersed wetlands, lakes, and tidal zones where freshwater and marine environments intermingle. The spring sits just four miles from the nearest road, accessible by hiking through this dynamic ecosystem.
The Yukon Delta preserves one of North America's most productive bird habitats, shaped by glacial processes and ongoing river dynamics. The spring represents a geothermal anomaly within this sedimentary-dominated coastal plain.
Hike-accessible but in a restricted refuge area requiring permits. Visit during summer months when water and bog conditions allow travel. Bring insect protection as mosquitoes dominate this wetland environment.