CONTACT
2026 Season Opening Day: June 20, 2026*
*Opening date is dependent on weather and road conditions
For spring & winter travelers, visiting Pilgrim Hot Springs is at your own risk during the winter off-season. There are no staff on site during this time. Permits are still required to visit the property - they're free! To obtain a permit, click the link above. Quyanna!
Keep an eye on our social media or website for announcements: @pilgrimhotsprings
Hours of Operation
10:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. for Day Pass Visitors
CLOSED TUESDAYS
Pool & property reserved for overnight guests after 10:00 p.m.
Overnight guest check-in: 3:00-10:00 p.m.
Check-out: NOON
GETTING HERE
One of the most common questions we are asked is how best to get to Pilgrim Hot Springs. There are a few ways to visit the springs and a variety of modes of transportation exist. Namely, the 60 mile road leading from Nome all the way to Pilgrim Hot Springs. Some choose to visit by air as well...
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THE ROAD
Driving the road requires a vehicle of some kind, but visitors come out in cars, trucks, bicycles, snowmachines, or four-wheelers. The first 53 miles of the Kougarok Road are generally well maintained but please take caution and drive slowly. At times, especially after hard summer rains the road can get rough with potholes and washboards. Flying rocks can be a bummer if they crack your windshield. Also, watch out for people pulled over on the side of the road. Please keep in mind that there are no gas stations or stores outside of Nome. Local's advice: bring a spare tire!
The Kougarok road is not maintained generally from October through May. We try to match up opening the Pilgrim Hot Springs road with the Kougarok snow plow schedule to the best of our ability. Please keep this in mind when planning your next visit.
BY AIR
Helicopter service may be provided by Bering Air in Nome, weather permitting. $650 per person, minimum 2 ppl, max 5 ppl. Rate includes landing fee for Unaatuq, LLC and Pilgrim Hot Springs Permit/Day Pass. 2-3 hours on ground for bathing & sightseeing, total experience time: 4-5 hrs. For more information about scheduling and rates, please call Bering Air or visit their website.
Bering Air (907) 443-5464
