Wikki warm spring, Natural spring in Bauchi State, Nigeria.
Wikki Warm Spring is a natural water source in Bauchi State where warm and cold water flow side by side without mixing, each maintaining its own temperature. The two streams create distinct zones that you can observe and enter as you move through the spring.
A Baptist missionary named Reverend John S McGee discovered the spring in the 1950s and built a youth camp at the site that operated for several decades. This early development brought the spring to wider attention and helped establish it as a destination.
Local stories explain the spring's dual sources as two women who became water after a dispute, and these narratives shape how people understand the place today. You can hear these accounts from residents and guides who share them while you experience the two distinct water flows.
The spring sits within forest, so wear sturdy shoes and prepare for natural, wet conditions underfoot. Plan time to experience both water zones, and remember that one source is quite hot and requires caution when entering.
The spring sits within roughly 116 hectares of thick forest that shelters many animals and plants rarely seen elsewhere in the region. This surrounding woodland transforms a visit into an encounter with broader natural life beyond just the water itself.
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