We Made It To Alaska!!!

Alaska/Yukon Border near Skagway 62 degrees, blue skies)

L to R John, me, Patsy, Bob, John, Barry and in front Jimmy)

Be Sure To Stop For A Soak - Liard Hot Springs BC

Liard Hot Springs, BC (62 degrees, sunny most of the time)

Advice From A Hot Spring

"Let your talents spring forth

Keep new ideas bubbling

Be warm and welcoming

Tree Swallow

Have deep reservoirs

Let off a little steam"
Yourtruenature.com

Fun photo of John, Jann, and Barry

We spent four relaxing days at Liard Hot Spring Provincial Park. Numerous people had recommended the stop and it's just an amazing place. There is a board walk leading from the campground to the hot springs which is delightful all by itself. It's about a 15 minute walk to the natural hot springs  Changing rooms and bathrooms are available. Be sure to drink plenty of water. The left side is cooler and the right side can be quite hot since this area is fed directly from the spring.

In early times the Kaska First Nations people lived here. Trappers and prospectors discovered them in 1835 and this  park was created in 1957.

We enjoyed a few hikes in the area and some pretty waterfalls. The camp hosts were so helpful. One day we got a nice long look at a black bear. He was busy eating lots of Wild Roses and he was as curious about us and we were about him.

It's also the first time we have seen Wood Bison. They are much larger and darker than the ones we are familiar at in the Grand Tetons.

Wood Bison

Solitary Sandpiper

Campground: Liard Hot Springs Provincial Park. 

It's a gem (5 Star) and so well maintained by the friendly camp hosts. It's a no hook up kind of place. Water is available for fill up but there is not a dump. Sites are huge and wooded. A few might be cleared enough for satellite. There is no cell phone signal with Verizon or T-Mobile.  Closest cell phone signal is a couple hours north in Watson Lake. Reservations are highly recommended. There is a parking lot for overflow across from the street from the entrance and a full hook up campground available nearby. 

It was an enjoyable visit and one we will always remember. Now it's on to the Yukon Territory.