Within 50 miles of Colorado Springs
Close enough for an evening soak after work.
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dakota Hot Springs | 31 mi southwest | Not recorded | Natural | Penrose, CO (2 mi) |
| Canon City Hot Springs 1981 record | 37 mi southwest | 104°F | Natural | Cañon City, CO (1 mi) |
50 to 100 miles: day trips
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartsel Hot Springs 1981 record | 54 mi west | 126°F | Natural | Buena Vista, CO (22 mi) |
| Valley View Hot Springs | 70 mi southwest | 99°F | Developed | Salida, CO (26 mi) |
| Poncha Hot Springs 1981 record | 72 mi west | 160°F | Natural | Salida, CO (5 mi) |
| Indian Hot Springs | 73 mi northwest | Not recorded | Resort | Idaho Springs, CO |
| Hortense Hot Spring 1981 record | 73 mi west | 181°F | Natural | Buena Vista, CO (8 mi) |
| Charlotte Hot Springs & Botanical Gardens | 76 mi west | 127°F | Developed | Buena Vista, CO (5 mi) |
| Upper Waunita Hot Springs | 94 mi west | 176°F | Natural | Gunnison, CO (23 mi) |
| Lower Waunita Hot Springs 1981 record | 94 mi west | 167°F | Natural | Gunnison, CO (22 mi) |
100 to 150 miles: weekend trips
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Sulphur Springs | 110 mi northwest | Not recorded | Developed | Granby, CO (9 mi) |
| Shaw Springs | 110 mi southwest | 86°F | Natural | Del Norte, CO (5 mi) |
| Conundrum Hot Springs | 112 mi west | 100°F | Natural | Crested Butte, CO (11 mi) |
| Dexter Spring | 119 mi southwest | 68°F | Natural | Alamosa, CO (13 mi) |
| Radium Hot Springs | 120 mi northwest | 102°F | Natural | Kremmling, CO (11 mi) |
| Penny Hot Springs Free | 132 mi west | 133°F | Natural | Carbondale, CO (12 mi) |
| Wagon Wheel Gap Hot Springs 1981 record | 132 mi southwest | 135°F | Natural | Del Norte, CO (27 mi) |
| Dotsero Warm Springs 1981 record | 134 mi northwest | 90°F | Natural | Gypsum, CO (8 mi) |
| Glenwood Hot Springs Grand Pool | 143 mi west | 90°F | Developed | Glenwood Springs, CO |
| Birdsie Warm Spring 1981 record | 143 mi southwest | 86°F | Natural | Pagosa Springs, CO (32 mi) |
| Iron Mountain Hot Springs | 144 mi west | Not recorded | Developed | Glenwood Springs, CO |
| Rainbow Hot Springs 1981 record | 147 mi southwest | 104°F | Natural | Pagosa Springs, CO (17 mi) |
| South Canyon Hot Springs | 147 mi west | 100°F | Natural | Glenwood Springs, CO (5 mi) |
Best bets for a comfortable soak
These springs near Colorado Springs have a recorded temperature between 95°F and 110°F, close to the classic hot-tub range.
- Canon City Hot Springs: 104°F, 37 miles southwest
- Valley View Hot Springs: 99°F, 70 miles southwest
- Conundrum Hot Springs: 100°F, 112 miles west
- Radium Hot Springs: 102°F, 120 miles northwest
- Rainbow Hot Springs: 104°F, 147 miles southwest
- South Canyon Hot Springs: 100°F, 147 miles west
Frequently asked questions
What is the closest hot spring to Colorado Springs, CO?
Dakota Hot Springs is the closest listed hot spring, about 31 miles southwest of central Colorado Springs in a straight line.
How many hot springs are near Colorado Springs, CO?
2 listed hot springs are within 50 miles, 10 within 100 miles and 23 within 150 miles.
Are there hot springs resorts or pools near Colorado Springs, CO?
Yes. The closest developed options are Valley View Hot Springs (70 mi), Indian Hot Springs (73 mi), Charlotte Hot Springs & Botanical Gardens (76 mi).
Are there free hot springs near Colorado Springs, CO?
Penny Hot Springs (132 mi) is recorded as free. Parking or recreation passes may still apply.