         |
Lussier Hot Springs A wilderness hot springs, in the natural setting of the BC Parks. Lussier Hot Springs consists of three pools along side the Lussier River. BC Parks has maintained the walking path down to the pools, this path is wheel chair friendly, but can be extremely slipper in the winter. There is one small change house at the top, then the 5 minute walk done to the pools, three pools framed in rock, with gravel bottoms, the first pool the hot water pours in at about 110 degrees, filters down to the next pool cooling as it goes, The third pool is the coolest at about 94 degrees, and closest to the Lussier River 10 feet away. As the Hot Springs are located in a Provincial Park, No Alcohol and Proper attire is required. Please note that due to the remoteness of the pools, or the mutual agreement of those present, you may come across unclad bathers. Lussier Hot Springs a 30 minute drive north of Skookumchuck is open year around. But in the winter, there may be snow on the road, and more often very slipper conditions; all terrain vehicles should be used. Relax in the tubs knowing that there is an historical precedent for soaking here. In Ktunaxa Kinbasket Indian jargon, the name Skookumchuck means "meeting of good waters." Directions: The starting point for this springs, is the entrance road for Whiteswan Provincial Park, on Highway 93/95, located 22 km north of Skookumchuck (8 km south of Canal Flats). This is about 3 ½ hours south of Calgary or 3 ½ hours north of Spokane. Leaving Highway 93/95 drive 17 km (10miles) on a windy gravel road watching for large trucks hauling, park your vehicle and walk down the trail to the pools. Services: Whiteswan Provincial Park, non-service camping is further up the gravel road Open May to October. The closest serviced campground and RV Park Open year Round is Springbrook Resort Motel Campground Cabins located at Skookumchuck. There are no accommodations in Canal Flats. Skookumchuck also has a restaurant /gas station / post office /stores. For larger groceries and liquor outlet Canal Flats. For major shopping and services north to Invermere or south to Cranbrook (about 100km 60 miles). For more information on the area www.skookumchuck.net (new site coming Jan 2004) Information and write-up provided by: Marnie Please email info@springbrookresort.com for any further information. |