Seaside
Sauna
Bringing good people together.
Port Townsend's community sauna and natural cold plunge — where fire, cold water, salt air and community meet.
Slow down and step into the heat
People have been enjoying heat and cold for centuries - for good health and for connection. Somewhere along the way, we fell away from this ancient practice.
Now it’s time to bring it back.
Seaside Sauna is a place where you can sweat, shiver, de-stress and connect.
The elements are here. So are your people. Welcome to Seaside Sauna.
FAQ
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Seaside Sauna is located in Point Hudson, right next door to the Commander’s Beach House, near downtown Port Townsend. Google Maps Location
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Drive into Point Hudson and take your first left turn before the boatyard and then your first right right turn into a large parking lot. Look towards the sea and you’ll find Seaside Sauna.
Alternatively, drive into Point Hudson towards the sea and take a left after the RV Park. After the Commander’s Beach House, turn right and proceed into a large parking lot.
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The first 9 hours of parking are free.
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Wear/bring bathing suit/sauna suit, 2 towels, water bottle, slip on shoes (water shoes during low tide sessions)
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There are no bathrooms or showers onsite. However, bathrooms and coin-operated showers are a 3 minute walk away.
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Arrive clean, always sit on a towel, bring a robe and slip-on shoes. Take off metal jewelry. Hydrate before, during and after your session.
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Yep, bathing suits/sauna suits are required.
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The Airstream is the HQ of Seaside Sauna, housing a dressing room, cubbies and storage, plus a sweet little boutique and my office.
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Seaside Sauna operates during high tides and low tides.
In low tides, put on your water shoes and enjoy a short walk to the water. Or simply cool down in the garden lounge area. Do not chase birds or approach other wildlife.
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Cancellations are possible up to 24 hours before arrival.
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Booking online is easy.
Click “book now”, find your timeslot on the calendar and select how you’d like to pay. Signing the waiver is part of the online registration process.
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To ensure we stay within capacity, all bookings will be handled through the online scheduling software.
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Check with your doctor if you have heart disease, low blood pressure or are pregnant.
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Sauna sessions are reserved for kids 13 and up; although stay tuned for family-focused steam sessions that are open to all.
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You can do a drop-in Community Steam at $40 + tax.
If you know you want to sauna on the regular, consider purchasing a 5, 10 or 20 Multi-Steam Pass for discounted rates ( $175, $320, $600).
You can also become a member at $175 a month, allowing unlimited access to Seaside Sauna.
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Founder’s Club members want to help lift Seaside Sauna into its full expression!
You can become a Founder with a one-time contribution of either $1000 or $500.
Founders receive discounts and other perks for either 1 year or 6 months, plus Founders will be invited to the VIP Launch party.
Founder’s Club closes at the end of May.
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Yes! You can buy a gift card from HERE
How to find us
Seaside Sauna is located at Point Hudson in Port Townsend, Washington: right on the water, on the Rotary Centennial Trail, next to the Commander's Beach House.
Point Hudson sits at the northeastern tip of the Port Townsend peninsula, where the Strait of Juan de Fuca meets Admiralty Inlet. Follow Water Street to its end, and you're there.
Address: 103 Hudson Street, Port Townsend, WA 98368
Parking: Free parking (for the first 9hours) is available at the Point Hudson marina lot.
On Foot: We are a flat, easy walk along the waterfront from downtown Port Townsend.
By Ferry: Washington State Ferries runs regular service between Coupeville (Whidbey Island) and Port Townsend. The ferry dock is a short drive or rideshare from Point Hudson.
Meet Karyn
Port Townsend’s own firekeeper
Karyn has been coaching people into cold water for years —
and now it is time to bring people together around the fire.