Mineral Springs in Colorado

"Colorful Colorado" is not just a state slogan, and Colorado is more than a land of skiing and bright-hued Aspen trees. Spread across the Rocky Mountains are natural mineral pools, geothermally heated and rich in healthy minerals such as sulfur, potassium and magnesium. The ancient peoples who lived in Colorado long before Christopher Columbus ever set sail, believed in the curative powers of Colorado's hot springs. Through the centuries, spas and their surrounding lodges have grown up around these soothing, healthy hot spots.

The Springs Resort and Spa

• Experience the curative powers of Colorado mineral springs. The healing qualities of this water were written about as early as 1890 by J. L. Weaver, U.S. Army Surgeon, as detailed on The Springs Resort and Spa website. Dr. Weaver reportedly performed experiments with the healing waters on chronically ill soldiers. Native Americans used these springs for hundreds of years. The waters are high in sodium, potassium, magnesium and other healthy minerals.

  The resort is open from June 15 until Labor Day. More than 20 unique pools are offere--five new deluxe soaking pools were opened in 200--with different temperatures in each pool, from 82 to 114 degrees F. The hotel offers 50 rooms from standard to deluxe, "grande," as well as suites. It is located about five hours from Colorado Springs, Colorado.

  The Springs Resort and Spa
  P.O. Box 1799
  Pagosa Springs, CO 81147
  970-264-4168
  800-225-0934
  pagosahotsprings.com

Hot Sulphur Springs Resort and Spa

• The Hot Sulphur Springs Resort is one of the largest and oldest U.S. natural hot mineral springs, where the waters were considered sacred by the Ute Indians. The spa consists of 22 pools and privates baths, including a solarium pool, the therapy Elk Pool, and a summer swimming pool. The resort is open all year. Free use of pools for two days is included with room rental in either the motel or the rustic 1840s cabin. Located about two hours away from Denver, Colorado.

  Hot Sulphur Springs Resort
  5609 County Rd. 20
  P.O. Box 275
  Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451
  970-725-3306
  800-510-6235
  hotsulphursprings.com

Joyful Journey Hot Springs

• Visitors come for the pure, natural mineral hot springs from the Sangre de Cristo Mountain--100 percent artesian mineral water emerging at over 140 degrees F, and maintained between 98 to 110 degrees F. The property is open all year. Lodging ranges from simple camping to luxurious rooms. For the adventurous, a "yurt"--a luxurious room made of canvas--can be rented. Or stay in a 17-foot Native American "tipi." RV accommodations are available. The Joyful Journey Hot Springs is located about 3.5 hours from Colorado Springs, Colorado.

  Joyful Journey Hot Springs
  28640 CR 58 EE
  Moffat, CO 81143
  719-256-4328
  joyfuljourneyhotsprings.com

Indian Hot Springs

• Indian Hot Springs has separate geothermal cave baths for men and women, outdoor Jacuzzi tubs, indoor private baths, and an outdoor mineral-water swimming pool. Mineral-rich clay mud treatments can draw the toxins from your skin. The springs are open all year. A variety of lodging choices include hotel rooms, an inn, a lodge, four cabins and camping facilities. The property is located about 45 minutes from Denver, Colorado.

  302 Soda Creek Road
  P.O. Box 1990
  Idaho Springs, CO 80452
  303-989-6666
  indianhotsprings.com

Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge

• Discovered by the ancient Ute Indians, this mineral-rich water has been the source of healing legends, and is a celebrated landmark. Visit the grave site of the notorious "Doc" Holliday, the infamous gunslinger and friend of lawman Wyatt Earp, who died in Glenwood Springs while receiving treatment for tuberculosis.

  The Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge is designed for family vacations, with 107 air-conditioned rooms, including a Jacuzzi suite. Located between Vail and Aspen, about 3 hours from Denver, Colorado.

  Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge
  415 E. 6th St.
  Glenwood Springs, CO 81601
  970-945-6571
  hotspringspool.com