The Springs Resort and Spa: Steaming Pools and Frozen Smoothies
About~ The Springs Resort and Spa in Pagosa Springs, CO is a resort and spa style hot spring complex including a hotel and an adult only relaxation area with a concessions bar. While over night guests are offered a 24 hour access pass to all 23 mineral pools and more, day guests are welcome to all pools on the property as well. The resort is perched along the edge of the San Juan River which offers a beautiful backdrop to your soak.
The Pools~This resort is home to the worlds deepest hot spring measuring in at 1,000ft deep and counting. The only equipment used to measure the spring, also known as the "Mother Spring" was not long enough to reach the bottom. From this spring, the 23 other pools are filled to maintain varying temperatures from 85-114 degrees Fahrenheit.
Minerals~these native waters are host to 13 beneficial minerals such as magnesium. Please refer to the website for specifics.
Clothing Status~ Bathing suits are mandatory.
What to expect~ A resort style hot spring complex with a bar, lap pool, adult only soaking area, hotel, and riverbed pool. Bathrooms and changing areas on site. The bar offers alcohol and frozen style beverages as well as small snacks like nachos, hot dogs etc.
Pro Tip~Bring your own towel, robe, snacks and water. Pair another spring/adventure with this trip. The Great Sand Dunes National Park was on my agenda however I didn't make it due to a heavy blizzard on my way through the area. The Four Corners is also super close.
What to bring~
Robe, towel, bathing suit, facial moisturizer (for after), flip flops/slides for walking around wet areas, picnic/snacks, water, wet bag for wet things after, change of dry clothes.
Pro Tip~Bring your own towel, robe, snacks and water. Pair another spring/adventure with this trip. The Great Sand Dunes National Park was on my agenda however I didn't make it due to a heavy blizzard on my way through the area. The Four Corners is also super close.
Getting There~
165 Hot Springs Boulevard Pagosa Springs, Colorado 81147
Where To Stay~ I ended up getting an adorable AirBNB in the mountains about 15 minutes away from The Springs. It was small, eclectic, and had a beautiful view and wood burning stove. Unfortunately it is currently not available on AirBNB, I will update if that changes.
My Personal Thoughts~ I really liked that this resort had a bar, I thoroughly enjoy a cold beverage while soaking. This place even had coffee/fruit smoothies that really topped off my trip. I also loved that there was a primitive style pool on the premises. I personally prefer primitive pools, but the resorts also have many perks. Please plan trips accordingly, I went in November and encountered a major blizzard on the way back to Denver.
Official Website: https://www.pagosahotsprings.com/bath-house-pricing
