River Sallee Boiling Springs

This unique geological phenomenon is located in the village of River Sallee in the northern parish of St. Patrick’s. It features a collection of pools, some in which gas bubbles constantly escape with temperatures of around 95 degrees Farenheit. The largest pool, which contains water with an earthy tone, is 15 feet (5 meters) in circumference and about 6 feet (2 meters) deep. This is the main attraction as many people come to dip in the pool or have the local guides rub the soothing earthy mixture on their skin which improves its look and feel. The other, smaller holes are filled with clear, salty water, yet this place is more than a mile from the sea. Orange-yellow sulphur deposits can usually be seen in the runoff channels. There is also a masseuse on property, who uses aromatherapy oils to relax the body and hit all the right spots. Additionally, the hot springs have a traditional religious significance for Baptists who perform rituals here.