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Getting Into Hot Water at Pagosa Springs
“Some, like me, also make it a mission to dip a toe in all 25 soaking pools at The Springs Resort. (My favorite so far? One named Aspen, tucked behind some trees.)”
No. 1: The Springs Resort & Spa in Pagosa Springs, Colorado
is the number one Spa Resort in the United States.
“With 25 mineral pools fed by the Mother Spring, the world’s deepest geothermal hot spring, this Colorado resort is like a wellness water park.”
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“A good night’s sleep begins with how you wake up and continues with how you move throughout the day, with the inevitable wind down into a deep and restful sleep,” says Dr. Marcus Coplin, medical director, The Springs Resort, Pagosa Springs, CO.
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“An emerging trend in muscle pain treatment, balneotherapy shows soaking in hot mineralized water can provide major relief, whether you have a chronic condition or just went too hard in your last workout.”
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“This water bubbles up to the surface artisanally,” says Dr. Marcus Coplin, The Springs’ medical director and a leading expert in balneotherapy, the use of therapeutic thermal mineral bathing.
I Soaked in the Deepest Hot Spring in the World – Here’s How You can, Too
“The resort also offers a guided contrast bathing ritual called the Warrior Plunge, which involves alternating soaking in hot water, then dunking into a freezing cold plunge pool to help shock your system.”
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On a hillside along the San Juan River in Pagosa Springs, Colorado, dozens of bathers relax in cement-walled tubs of steaming mineral water.
Springs Resort Welcomes Dan Dempster as Artist in Residence
Dempster Fine Art at The Springs Resort is the perfect synergy of The Springs Resort’s focus on wellness and Dan Dempster’s focus on healing through art, both centered on the transformative nature of water.
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Experience A Serene Soak At the World’s Deepest Hot Spring in Colorado
Surrounded by the San Juan mountains, Pagosa Springs is one of Colorado’s best-kept secrets with stunning views and what many believe to be miracle water.
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“Also, the “fun” contrast of walking outside wrapped in the hotel’s soft, teddy bear-like robes and then stepping swiftly into the 100-degree plus waters to melt down is unlike any other physical experience.”
Hot Springs Fest to return Nov. 11-13
Hot Springs Fest is a one-of-a-kind event unique to Pagosa Springs that celebrates the rejuvenating power of Pagosa’s all-natural mineral water, drawn from the world’s deepest hot spring.
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Earlier this year, the resort hired a new medical director, Dr. Marcus Coplin, an expert in “balneotherapry,” described as “the evidence-based use of therapeutic thermal mineral spring bathing.”
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“A bubbling Mother Spring feeds 25 soaking pools along the San Juan River, where guests can take the plunge – a cold plunge, that is – and reap the benefits of contrast bathing. Your soak-and-stay experience includes 24-hour access to all natural pools, in addition to daily in-water activities like Aqua Yoga and Aqua Sound Bathing. Plus, the ability to soak pre-check in and post-check out.”
Wellness Initiatives in the Water at The Springs Resort
“A break from the urban environment that many live in is essential to connect with yourself and other loved ones in your life. Being able to come visit The Springs Resort and be surrounded by three million acres of National Forest, beautiful mountain peaks and tranquil flowing rivers envelops you in the energy of Mother Nature. This place of connection allows you to find ways to nurture your well-being and rejuvenate your spirit.”
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“Ready to shake off winter’s chill? While you wait for summer temperatures, sink into steaming hot springs, where you’ll come out revived by the warmth and minerals.”
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“The resort’s location was chosen for its proximity to the deepest geothermal hot spring in the world (it’s about as deep as the Eiffel Tower is tall), which feeds into 25 separate soaking pools.”
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“On chilly days, the scene can be described as truly magical, with steam slowly rising from these warm, mineral-rich waters against the blue sky, creating an ethereal panorama.”
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“While the trek takes five hours by car from Denver, the road trip down Route 285 is filled with breathtaking views and interesting pit-stops.”
In the Recent News
The Springs Resort was featured in a morning segment on Wellness Travel for The Weather Channel. With 25 mineral hot spring pools and a variety of health and wellness activities available to our guests, we are more than just a hot spring destination.
Colorado Claims Deepest Geothermal Hot Spring Record
“The world’s deepest measured hot spring is a fitting title for what can arguably be called the world’s most beautiful hot spring resort. Discovered hundreds of years ago by the Southern Ute Indian Tribe, the hot springs were revered for their rejuvenating and healing qualities. In the 1860’s, the United States Army studied the medicinal effects of the springs, and the first bath house was built in 1881.”
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THE SPRINGS RESORT MAKES ITS DEBUT ONTHE CONDÉ NAST TRAVELER 2021 READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS
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Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards with The Springs Resort recognized as the #10 BEST RESORT in COLORADO.
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To mimic the benefits of contrast water therapy, David Dolan, a licensed massage therapist at The Springs Resort & Spa, suggests a cold shower.
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#1 in 10 Can’t-Miss Spas You’ll Find Around Colorado
“The Springs Resort & Spa is a zen-inducing haven with mountain views, lush nature scenes, and [25] mineral water hot spring pools.”
First-Timer’s Guide: Pagosa Springs
“Pagosa Springs’s main draw since its inception has been the area’s abundance of hot sulfur springs, including the world’s deepest geothermal hot spring—known as the “Mother Spring.”
#5 in The 20 Best Hot Springs Destinations in the World
“If you need a break from the hot pools, which range from 83 to 114 degrees Fahrenheit, you can simply take a dip in the resort’s icy river waters nearby.”
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“Colorado takes hot springs quite seriously and nowhere is this more evident than in the quiet mountain town of Pagosa Springs.”
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“The resort offers world-class lodging, and the spa’s massages comes in everything from couples sessions to “scent-sation” treatments…”
PSST… 8 BEST UNDISCOVERED HOT SPRINGS IN COLORADO
“Hot springs are known to have very high mineral content that offer natural health treatment options for various common ailments. Check out the 8 best undiscovered hot springs in Colorado for your next fun and healthy retreat!”
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“As amazing as this place is for couples, their offerings for children who love to swim include the Blue Lagoon, a huge swimming pool.”
“…one of the coolest things in my opinion is that, even though it’s an established hot spring resort, there is still a “natural” vibe to the place.”
The Springs Resort Welcomes Globally Known Skincare Line with Local Colorado Roots
“The ISUN product line is fair trade, cruelty-free, sustainably sourced, and free from harmful chemicals.”