Black Creek
Why is Black Creek so cool?
Because we have Ice Plunge tubs!
When you immerse yourself in water so cold that your body begins to shiver, you're unlocking a wide range of health benefits. Deliberate cold exposure (to the point of shivering) puts your body into a state of stress—but it's a good kind of stress.
In fact, it's one of the only states of stress that comes with zero cortisol release. This powerful flood of adrenaline is paired with dopamine and norepinephrine, creating a cascading effect throughout both the body and mind.
Many people notice a heightened sense of well-being, clearer memory, amazing sleep, and a complete mental reset. Clients who try the plunge often report dramatic improvements in their overall health and wellness.
Consistent practitioners—those who come once or twice a week—have reported reduced sugar cravings, decreased appetite, clearer thinking, lower stress levels, faster fitness recovery, less inflammation, better sleep, and even relief from hormonal symptoms associated with menopause.
Taking an ice plunge is the only way to achieve these effects, as you need to bring your body to the point of deliberate shivering. In our Ice Plunge tubs, this can often be achieved in as little as 1.5 minutes.
And the best part? Black Creek Sauna and Cold Plunge is the only place where you can experience this incredible activity!
We offer 2 types of bookings:
Social and Private.
Private sessions are a great way to have a sauna all for yourself. We have 2 sauna options for private saunas - Wet sauna and dry sauna.
They BOTH have the ability to pour lots of water on the rocks for steamy sessions, the only difference is that the wet sauna features 4 shower heads that you can spray yourself with in the sauna to cool down, but the other sauna has the ability to still pour water on the rocks..
Every Private session means you have the whole space to yourself - Sauna, Cold Plunge Tubs, fire seating area and shower.
Perfect for party's and events.
Is it your birthday? Get in for free when you book a private session with 7 or more.
Just prove your birthday with ID. Day of only. Staff party or sports event? Have a big group? We offer corporate discount rates for larger groups over 10.
See our FAQ Page for info and rates.
Private Sessions
Perfect for couples, groups, birthdays and staff events.
Want to take your friends and family and enjoy our sauna in a cozy, private environment?
Make some invites and enjoy the full experience of sauna and cold plunge all by a warm fire. Check out our corporate rates for groups over 6. **Starting from $145 for the first 2 people.
Social Sauna events are a great way to attend a session for a great price. It's also a wonderful way to connect with other sauna enthusiasts and make some friends. Social saunas are the most popular sessions and everyone who attends has a great time.
Starting from $40.00 per session.
Ladies nights are just as it sounds. Ladies only. Brings your friends and enjoy the feminine energy!
We have located to Saratoga Speedway campground, and there will be racing events at times during our hours from MAY - SEPT.
Race times can be found here
Imagine this: you're surrounded in warmth, the air hums with the scent of eucalyptus; the only sound is the rhythmic crackle of wood in the sauna stove. This isn't a dream; it's an Island Sauna session, ready to transport you to pure bliss.
In this unique experience, you'll trade the traditional electric sauna room for a cozy view to the wilderness. Here, the sauna heat isn't just invigorating; it's infused with the essence of the surrounding island. Breathe in the air, feel the heat with each session, and let the island's natural rhythms lull you into profound relaxation.
Whether seeking a solo escape or a rejuvenating experience with loved ones, an Island Sauna session is more than just a sauna treatment; it's a chance to reconnect with nature, escape the every day, and emerge feeling refreshed, revitalized, and utterly renewed. So, are you ready to trade the ordinary for the extraordinary? Read more to discover all you need to know about crafting your unforgettable Island Sauna adventure.
weekday private
The option to book either the wet or dry sauna, or both is available.
Sessions are offered M-F 10am and 12:15pm. (excluding holidays)
Black Creek Private
The option to book either the wet or dry sauna, or both is available.
Sessions are offered all week long.
DISCOUNTS
Are you a valid Gold pass Mount Washington GOLD pass holder? OR a current VIU student with valid ID? You can get 20% off any social sauna session. Just book and pay as usual, then bring your GOLD CARD or VIU STUDENT CARD and present it to our staff at check in, and we will refund you 20% off your entry ticket to any social sauna session.
*Only valid for pass holders and not guests.
*Not valid for private sessions.
*Must present proof at the time of check in
*Only valid during winter sports season
Benefits of Sauna
Regular use of the sauna can improve cardiovascular health. Regular use of sauna can reduce your risk of cardiovascular events/stroke that leads to death. Increasing the frequency and length of sauna sessions subsequently can decrease the long-term risk of cardiovascular disease. Further, the use of sauna has been studied by other clinical groups and positively correlated with a reduction in “all cause mortality.
Proven health benefits of sauna include:
- improvement in cardiovascular health.
- improvement in mood
- increased levels of endorphins
- improvement in stress response
- decrease in cortisol levels
- enhancement of DNA repair/longevity pathways
- improvement in heat shock proteins, which have been shown to repair protein structures within our cells.
-increased natural growth hormone production.
Benefits of Cold Plunge
Deliberate cold exposure causes a significant release of epinephrine (aka adrenaline), norepinephrine (aka noradrenaline), serotonin and dopamine in the brain and body. Colds cause their levels to stay elevated for some time, and their ongoing effect after the exposure is to increase your level of energy and focus, which can be applied to other mental and/or physical activities.
Proven health benefits of deliberate cold exposure include:
- reduction in inflammation
- improved circulation
- boosted immune system response
- enhanced metabolism.
- reduction in stress and anxiety
- improvement in mental clarity
- better sleep
- increases physical recovery
- enhanced general energy levels