The Colorado shortlist Hot Springs
A shorter drive, more time to unwind. Explore springs listed within about 100 miles of Denver.
You do not need a week away to start exploring Colorado’s mineral pools. This selection keeps the supplied driving distance to about 100 miles or less from Denver, with places around Idaho Springs, Eldorado Springs, Manitou Springs, and Hot Sulphur Springs.
These are planning estimates, rather than a promise about driving time. Mountain weather, weekend traffic, and your starting point can change the journey. Check your route and the operator’s current access rules before leaving.
Indian Hot Springs offers an indoor mineral pool and geothermal caves. Eldorado Springs is primarily a seasonal swimming pool, with separate winter soaking events in the source information. SunWater Spa focuses on timed private cedar tubs, while Hot Sulphur Springs is a larger collection of mineral pools. Choose the experience as carefully as the drive.
Eldorado Springs, CO
The historic 1905 swimming pool at the mouth of Eldorado Canyon, reopened in 2025 after a full renovation, fed by the 6,000-year-old Eldorado artesian spring (heated to ~79-82°F in summer). Sandstone canyon cliffs, a grassy creekside lawn, diving board, snack bar and new beer garden make it a classic summer day trip from Boulder/Denver. In winter it runs limited ticketed 'Hot Spring Series' soaking events at 95-100°F.
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
Hot Sulphur Springs Resort & Spa is a historic, rustic hot-springs property in Grand County fed by 7 natural springs flowing since the 1840s. Day passes cover about 19 public mineral pools (98–112°F) with 100% natural gravity-fed water — no filters, pumps, or chemicals — plus a seasonal chlorinated swimming pool. The historic motel on site (est. 1943) and a sister property in town offer lodging, and spa massages include a complimentary all-day pool pass.
Idaho Springs, CO
A historic, 100+ year old hot springs resort in Idaho Springs, the closest hot springs to Denver. Its highlights are the famous steamy geothermal caves, an indoor mineral pool surrounded by tropical plants, private indoor tubs, and gender-separated steam areas. Lodging includes motel-style rooms, cabins, and an RV park, making it an easy day trip or overnight escape.
Manitou Springs, CO
A holistic wellness spa in Manitou Springs built around twelve private cedar soaking tubs fed by mineral water from the historic 7 Minute Spring, with mountain views. Your soak reservation includes access to shared amenities: saunas, a saline pool, cold plunge tubs, hammocks, and changing facilities. It also offers massage, skincare, hydrotherapy, and yoga classes.
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