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Hot Springs
Hot springs only occur where Mother Nature puts them. With their unique combination of geology and hydrology, Pagosa’s springs are a natural and historical delight.
People have been soaking in Pagosa’s naturally hot mineral water for thousands of years enjoying the health, healing, and relaxation benefits. The mineral water’s deep heating relaxes tired, achy muscles and relieves pain and tension. Soaking in a hot pool followed by a quick dip in the cold river stimulates circulation and dilates blood vessels to help promote healing. When you soak, hydrostatic pressure in the body is increased resulting in increased circulation and cell oxygenation.
Additionally, the hot water helps strengthen your heart by increasing your blood flow. As your pores begin to open, it helps increase mineral absorption and the release of toxins from your body. Finely dissolved minerals in the water are beneficial and don’t dry out your skin in the same way as chlorine does in other hot tubs and pools.
Make sure to visit our three downtown hot springs facilities – you’ll be glad you took the time to relax and enjoy.
The Overlook Springs and Spa
overlookhotsprings.com 970-264-0404
Located in historic downtown Pagosa Springs, the Overlook Hot Springs Spa features roof top tubs overlooking downtown and the San Juan River. You'll also enjoy Victorian style indoor tubs, individual and group size courtyard tubs, a private tub, massage services, steam and body spray showers.
Single Entry: $16 Avg Temp. 100-106 degree F
Amenities: towel rentals, robe rentals, changing rooms, lockers, private tub
The Springs Resort and Spa
pagosahotsprings.com 800-225-0934
The Springs Resort and Spa features 23 therapeutic hot springs mineral pools, a 79 room hotel and a full-service day spa along the banks of the San Juan River. The hot springs pools are terraced into the landscape along the river and each boasts its own unique experience through their individual size, designed views and varied temperatures. Hotel guests of the resort enjoy 24-hour unlimited access to the soaking pools. Non-resort guests can pay a daily pass fee to enjoy the benefits of the hot springs. The full-service day spa offers a complete and comprehensive line of skin, hair and body treatments which are perfect compliments to the therapeutic properties of the hot mineral waters.
Single Entry: $30 Avg Temp:95-113 degrees F.
Amenities: towel rentals, robe rentals, changing rooms, lockers, adult only tubs
Healing Waters Resort and Spa
pshotsprings.com 800-832-5523
Enjoy the charming setting of The Healing Waters Resort and Spa, reminiscent of a simpler time. Their lodging features a 21 room motel, cabins and RV spaces with full hookups. A soothing and relaxing part of their Motel is the large public hot mineral water pool. Whether you want to swim, play or simply lounge, you'll enjoy their large swimming pool, heated by natural mineral waters. They also have an outdoor hot tub and European style indoor hot bath facilities. These are segregated men and women with steam room and benches to rest on for a quiet relaxation time. The spa features a variety of massage and body treatments.
Single Entry: $13 Avg Temp: 105-112 degrees F.
Amenities: towel rentals, robe rentals, suit rentals, changing rooms, lockers.
Minerals present in Pagosa’s water and their health benefits:
SULFATES/SULFUR Sulfur is an anti-inflammatory; rids the body of toxins; promotes health of bones, hair, nails, fluids in joints and vertebral discs.
MAGNESIUM Maintains normal heart rhythms, converts blood sugar to energy and promotes healthy skin.
POTASSIUM normalizes heart rhythms; assists in reducing high blood pressure; eliminates body toxins.
CHLORIDE Musculoskeletal benefits, helps with rheumatic and arthritic symptoms.
FLUORIDE Calcium fluoride is a component of elastic fibers of the skin, bones and teeth—promotes hardness.
SILICA Boosts immune system, promotes healthy nerves, mucous membranes, hair and nails and strengthens bones.
BORON Boosts brain activity builds muscle mass, strengthens bones.
IRON Increases resistance to disease and stress. Prevents fatigue and promotes good skin tone.
ZINC Antioxidant nutrient; promotes wound healing, maintains hormone activity; aids in digestion.
