Initial planning guide · Built from the supplied dataset. Full editorial review and venue photography are still in progress.
The experience
A place worth getting to know.
A rustic, no-frills true geothermal spring on 160 acres in the Arkansas River Valley near Penrose — a converted 1924 oil well. It features one large 70-foot soaking pool at 95–98°F plus a hotter source tub near 108°F, with mountain views. Clothing is optional Wednesday through Sunday (swimsuits required on Tuesdays), and the crowd is mostly adults.
Plan your visit
The supplied information lists reservations as required. Check the operator’s booking process before choosing a date.
Facilities are rustic and show wear — not a spa experience
This is a short overview based on the initial supplied dataset. Prices, hours, access rules, and driving estimates have not been independently checked for publication. Use the practical details below as a starting point, then confirm your plans with the operator or land manager.
Good to know
The practical details.
- Admission / rates
- Listed from $10
- Hours
- Tue–Sun ~10am–10pm; closed Mon (verify)
- Reservations
- Required — book ahead
- Location
- Penrose
Southern Colorado - Phone
- 719-372-9250
- Website
- Official website
Rate notes: Per 2026 visitor reviews: single female $10, single male $15, couple $20 — confirm pricing directly with the resort; price structure unclear
Prices, hours, and access can change. The supplied dataset flags these details for confirmation: phone, price min, price max, hours, age restrictions, distance from denver mi, drive time. Use the official website or call the operator for your travel date.
A closer look
Hot Springs at a glance.
- Age restrictions
- Yes
- On-site lodging
- Yes
The honest take
What to love. What to consider.
The highlights
- One of the cheapest real hot spring soaks in Colorado
- Large pool with plenty of room to spread out, plus a hotter 'lobster pot' tub
- Primitive camping and campers for rent on site — easy overnight option
Keep in mind
- Facilities are rustic and show wear — not a spa experience
- Strict rules (no glass, no PDA, no loud behavior); staff enforcement can feel unfriendly
- Clothing-optional setting may surprise unprepared first-timers; go Tuesday for swimsuit-required day
Getting there
From Denver to Penrose.
Approximate distance
Estimated drive
Drive times are planning estimates. Weather, mountain roads, traffic, and seasonal closures can change your route. Check the operator’s directions before leaving.
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Plan your visit
Make the most of your visit.
Reserve online in advance — walk-ins pay an extra fee and only enter if space allows
Bring shade/umbrella, bug spray, and your own food and water; no food is sold on site
Tuesdays are swimsuit-required 'family day' if you prefer a conventional visit
Your questions
Before you head out.
Is it clothing-optional?
Yes, Wednesday through Sunday; swimsuits are required on Tuesdays.
Can I camp there?
Yes — primitive tent/RV camping (no hookups) and several campers for rent are available, but a pool reservation is still required.
Is it really 18+?
Recent sources report 18+ with IDs checked at the entrance — confirm directly with the resort, as Tuesday is also described as family day.