Milk River Bath
Clarendon
Milk River Bath, located in the South West corner of Clarendon Parish, Jamaica, is a mineral spa famous for its warm waters that contain high levels of radioactivity, reputedly more than some other notable spas worldwide. Established in 1794 and owned by the Government of Jamaica, the spa features six public baths housed in smartly tiled private rooms, each designed to accommodate multiple guests but with changing areas suitable for one person at a time. The mineral-rich water flows swiftly through these baths, offering a unique soaking experience typically lasting around 15 minutes. Above the baths, there is a hotel with approximately 20 mostly ensuite bedrooms, complemented by a cocktail bar and a restaurant serving specially cooked meals outside regular hours. Nearby, a swimming pool fed by the mineral waters is sometimes available for visitors. The spa is situated about two miles south of the village of Milk River, near the Carpenter's Mountains and Vere Plains, with the Milk River flowing nearby. The water's chemical composition includes calcium, magnesium, sodium, sulphate, chloride, and silica, with radioactivity measured at 16 nCuries per litre, making it about nine times more radioactive than the waters at Bath, England, and three times those at Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic. This unique combination of mineral content and warmth contributes to its reputation as a therapeutic destination.
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Astuce: Visitors are advised to plan their visit during daylight hours for better accessibility, as the approach road can be pot-holed but passable with care. It is recommended to book accommodations and baths in advance, especially during peak times. Soaking sessions typically last 15 minutes, and visitors should avoid prolonged exposure to the mineral-rich, radioactive waters. Discounts or special rates may be available for groups or longer stays, so inquiring ahead is beneficial. The nearby swimming pool may not always be open, so checking availability before arrival is advised.
Faits intéressants
- •The mineral waters at Milk River Bath are approximately nine times more radioactive than those at Bath, England.
- •The spa's waters contain a unique combination of minerals including calcium, magnesium, sodium, sulphate, chloride, and silica.
- •The spa has been government-owned since its opening in 1794, making it one of Jamaica's oldest public mineral baths.
Histoire
Milk River Bath was established in 1794 and has been owned by the Government of Jamaica since its inception.
According to local lore, in the 17th century, a slave who had been severely beaten and left for dead was later found fully recovered after bathing in the mineral waters.
His master then made a pact with him to never punish him again in exchange for revealing the location of the healing spring.
Over the centuries, the spa developed into a public facility with multiple baths and a hotel to accommodate visitors seeking therapeutic benefits from its unique waters.
Guide du lieu
Public Mineral Baths1794
Six private baths with smart tiling, designed for several people to soak in the tepid, mineral-rich water flowing swiftly through each bath. Changing areas are small and suitable for one person at a time.
Hotel and Facilities
A hotel with about 20 mostly ensuite bedrooms situated above the baths, featuring a cocktail bar and a restaurant that offers specially cooked meals outside regular dining times.
Swimming Pool
A swimming pool fed by the mineral waters is located nearby but is not always open to visitors.
Contact
Téléphone: (876) 610-7745