Ouray Hot Springs

Our famous sulfur-free hot springs are the steam part of our winter equation. Nothing beats a warming hot springs soak after a day of icy adventures. The snowflakes falling and melting on your nose? Just a bonus!

After an exhilarating climb at the Ouray Ice Park, cross-country ski trek, skiing adventures in the high-country, or a pleasant day of shopping Ouray’s unique businesses, soaking in the hot springs is truly a restorative experience.

During the winter months the Ouray Hot Springs Pool is open from noon to 9 PM Monday through Friday, and 11 AM to 9 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Ouray’s public pool contains close to a million gallons of crystal clear natural hot springs water, free from the strong smell of sulfur typical of many hot springs. In addition to several soaking sections at a variety of temperatures ranging from 88 to 106 degrees, the pool has a lap swimming section, a diving area, a large slide (the diving boards and slides are closed during the winter season), a shallow section for younger children and a game area for water volleyball. Enhance your time at the pool by making an appointment at the pool’s massage facility. If you’re missing your fitness routine, visit the Fitness Center where you will find weight-lifting equipment, treadmills, stair-climbers, stationary bikes, and other exercise equipment for a nominal fee. Contact the Hot Springs Pool (970) 325-7073, or visit them on Facebook for more information.

Ouray’s many hot springs have been a natural draw for the bone-weary for centuries. The town’s hot springs have bubbled up along the Uncompahgre River and from underground fissures for thousands of years and range in temperature from 80 to 150 degrees. Ouray is located along a large geological lift at the head of the Uncompahgre Valley and the pressure and heat from this activity resulted in a series of clean and odorless hot springs. The same geologic forces that made the town rich in minerals and ore also produced some of the largest and most pleasant hot springs in the United States. For more information on the history of the Ouray Hot Springs Pool and other hot springs history in the Uncompahgre River Valley, be sure to visit the Ouray County Historical Society & Museum.

Daily rates for use of the pool are $12 for adults, $8 for children (ages 4-12), $10 seniors (62-74) and free for children under 4 or seniors over 74. The bathhouse at the pool has a full range of conveniences including showers, hair dryers, play pen and changing table for infants. Healing Touch Massage Therapy is also located on the premises, just in case you need even more relaxation.

The Hot Springs Pool is closed occassionally for cleaning and other maintenance.