Kitimat has at least four natural hot springs within 100km/62mi of the town centre – which, considering the vastness of Northern British Columbia, is practically next door. However, not all are easy to get to. In fact, three of the hot springs are located on the ocean shores, and are accessible by boat or float plane only. Adventurers can, however, expect to soak in the naturally mineralized, soothing water, while taking in the wilderness views, and if lucky, watch eagles fly above, and whales and seals play in the sea. But for a quick visit, the fourth hot spring is only 30 minutes north of Kitimat.
Seaside Hot Springs
The Weewanie hot springs are the closest to Kitimat, about 38km/23.6mi away from town, in Ursula Channel. The springs are located at a provincial park, in a semi-sheltered bay, and are surrounded by mountains. A short trail leads to the springs and a small rustic bathhouse. The Bishop Bay hot springs are a bit farther south of Weewanie hot springs, about 80km/49.7mi away from town, in Devastation Channel. Tie boats to the dock and hike the short trail to three hot spring pools, a picnic area, tenting platforms, and toilets. The springs feature one big outdoor tub, one small outdoor tub, and an indoor, housed in a wood shed. Bishop Bay is very popular with locals and tourists, and can be quite busy. 
The Shearwater hot springs, surrounded by natural rock walls, are the farthest hot springs from Kitimat, and are past Weewanie hot springs but down another channel.
All three of these seaside hot springs are located in Haisla First Nations territory, but are open to public use. Two local operators offer day-trip tours to some of the springs. Ask at the local marinas or at the Visitor Centre, right before the Kitimat entrance on Highway 37, for directions.
Mount Layton Hot Springs
While other hot springs near Kitimat are set in the wilderness, the Mount Layton Hot Spring Resort sits on Highway 37 and is more popular with children and families. The pools and waterslides, similar to a regular swimming pool, are closely surrounded by the resort's buildings. The facilities are in need of an upgrade, but can be a soothing getaway for the family. To get to the resort look for signage on the west side of Highway 37.