What a way to end my journey in the Yukon: an incredible, relaxing dip in Yukon’s famous Takhini Hot Springs.

Part of the reason I went there was to participate in the annual Hair-Freezing Contest, but with a bizarre, above-average winter, it was a no-go. That didn’t stop me from meeting with the owners Andrew and Lauren, and learning about its health benefits.

Here’s a couple quick facts: it’s one of the only hot springs in the world you can sit in that’s unfiltered, meaning you will see the iron-coloured water; at its warmest in the winter, the waters reach around 47C; the springs are located in Yukon’s Boreal Forest — great for campers and explorers; and in terms of hair-freezing, it’s one of the only natural springs where the temperatures drop low enough, you can actually style your frozen hair (maybe, other than Lake Louise in Alberta).

A couple other little secrets: by the summer, there will be a Klondike-themed escape room, and in two to three years, a full operational spa, with steam rooms, and luxury services.

Below: Here’s an incredible photo provided by Takhini Hot Springs.

My outerwear for this trip is proudly sponsored by SAIL. Follow my adventures on sail.ca.