Within 50 miles of Denver
Close enough for an evening soak after work.
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Hot Springs | 28 mi west | Not recorded | Resort | Idaho Springs, CO |
50 to 100 miles: day trips
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Sulphur Springs | 64 mi west | Not recorded | Developed | Granby, CO (9 mi) |
| Hartsel Hot Springs 1981 record | 66 mi southwest | 126°F | Natural | Buena Vista, CO (22 mi) |
| Radium Hot Springs | 84 mi west | 102°F | Natural | Kremmling, CO (11 mi) |
| Dakota Hot Springs | 91 mi south | Not recorded | Natural | Penrose, CO (2 mi) |
| Canon City Hot Springs 1981 record | 92 mi south | 104°F | Natural | Cañon City, CO (1 mi) |
| Charlotte Hot Springs & Botanical Gardens | 92 mi southwest | 127°F | Developed | Buena Vista, CO (5 mi) |
| Hortense Hot Spring 1981 record | 94 mi southwest | 181°F | Natural | Buena Vista, CO (8 mi) |
100 to 150 miles: weekend trips
| Hot spring | Distance | Water temp | Type | Nearest town |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poncha Hot Springs 1981 record | 104 mi southwest | 160°F | Natural | Salida, CO (5 mi) |
| Steamboat Springs | 110 mi northwest | 102°F | Natural | Steamboat Springs, CO |
| Dotsero Warm Springs 1981 record | 113 mi west | 90°F | Natural | Gypsum, CO (8 mi) |
| Conundrum Hot Springs | 114 mi southwest | 100°F | Natural | Crested Butte, CO (11 mi) |
| Strawberry Park Hot Springs | 114 mi northwest | 147°F | Developed | Steamboat Springs, CO (5 mi) |
| Valley View Hot Springs | 116 mi southwest | 99°F | Developed | Salida, CO (26 mi) |
| Upper Waunita Hot Springs | 118 mi southwest | 176°F | Natural | Gunnison, CO (23 mi) |
| Lower Waunita Hot Springs 1981 record | 118 mi southwest | 167°F | Natural | Gunnison, CO (22 mi) |
| Penny Hot Springs Free | 125 mi west | 133°F | Natural | Carbondale, CO (12 mi) |
| Glenwood Hot Springs Grand Pool | 125 mi west | 90°F | Developed | Glenwood Springs, CO |
| Iron Mountain Hot Springs | 126 mi west | Not recorded | Developed | Glenwood Springs, CO |
| South Canyon Hot Springs | 130 mi west | 100°F | Natural | Glenwood Springs, CO (5 mi) |
Best bets for a comfortable soak
These springs near Denver have a recorded temperature between 95°F and 110°F, close to the classic hot-tub range.
- Radium Hot Springs: 102°F, 84 miles west
- Canon City Hot Springs: 104°F, 92 miles south
- Steamboat Springs: 102°F, 110 miles northwest
- Conundrum Hot Springs: 100°F, 114 miles southwest
- Valley View Hot Springs: 99°F, 116 miles southwest
- South Canyon Hot Springs: 100°F, 130 miles west
Frequently asked questions
What is the closest hot spring to Denver, CO?
Indian Hot Springs is the closest listed hot spring, about 28 miles west of central Denver in a straight line.
How many hot springs are near Denver, CO?
1 listed hot springs are within 50 miles, 8 within 100 miles and 20 within 150 miles.
Are there hot springs resorts or pools near Denver, CO?
Yes. The closest developed options are Indian Hot Springs (28 mi), Hot Sulphur Springs (64 mi), Charlotte Hot Springs & Botanical Gardens (92 mi).
Are there free hot springs near Denver, CO?
Penny Hot Springs (125 mi) is recorded as free. Parking or recreation passes may still apply.