5 places to pair skiing with a hot spring in Colorado
There's no better way to unwind after hitting the slopes than by taking a relaxing soak in one of Colorado's many hot springs. Here are five destinations where you're able to do just that – hit the slopes and hit a hot spring for a soak.
Editor's Note: COVID-19-related restrictions may be in place at some of these destinations. Please contact each destination directly prior to planning a trip.
Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort. Photo Credit: Matthew Saunders.
1. Chaffee County
Fresh tracks at Monarch Mountain can be followed by a steamy soak at a number of nearby hot spring resorts including Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort (pictured), Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa, and Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center. Photo Credit: Matthew Saunders.
Monarch Mountain Resort. Photo Credit: Monarch Mountain Resort.
1. Chaffee County
Monarch Mountain is known for offering a small town skiing experience and many tree-filled runs. Nestled off of Monarch Pass near Salida, the high-elevation resort runs on 100% natural powder. Photo Credit: Monarch Mountain Resort.
Steamboat Ski Resort. Photo Credit: raclro (iStock).
2. Steamboat Springs
Head west to Steamboat Springs for pristine powder and mountain hot springs. The town is home to two skiing spots, including 2,965 skiable acres at Steamboat Resort and 50 skiable acres at Howelsen Hill. Photo Credit: raclro (iStock).
The Springs Resort & Spa. Photo courtesy of Visit Pagosa Springs.
3. Pagosa Springs
Slopegoers can look forward to a refreshing dip at one of several hot spring spas, including The Springs Resort & Spa, Overlook Hot Springs, and Healing Waters Resort & Spa. Photo courtesy of Visit Pagosa Springs.
Wolf Creek Ski Area. Photo courtesy of Wolf Creek Ski Area.
3. Pagosa Springs
Venture off of the beaten path to Wolf Creek Ski Area near Pagosa Springs. This spot is known for having “The Most Snow in Colorado," with an annual snowfall average of 430 inches. Skiers and riders can explore 1,600 acre of skiable terrain with a mix of 20% beginner, 35% intermediate, 25% advanced, and 20% expert. Photo courtesy of Wolf Creek Ski Area.
Box Canyon Hot Springs. Photo Credit: Box Canyon Hot Springs.
4. Telluride/Ouray
If you're willing to drive about an hour away to Ouray, you'll find a variety of hot springs, including Ouray Hot Springs, Historic Wiesbaden Hot Springs Spa, Box Canyon Lodge & Hot Springs (pictured), and Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot Springs. Photo Credit: Box Canyon Hot Springs.
Telluride Mountain Resort. Photo Credit: Stephen Martin, OutThere Colorado
4. Telluride/Ouray
More than 2,000 acres of skiable terrain await at Telluride Mountain Resort. The resort offers a mix of terrain for all levels of skiers and riders, including 23% beginner, 36% intermediate, and 41% advanced and expert. Photo Credit: Stephen Martin, OutThere Colorado
Glenwood Hot Springs, Photo Credit: Glenwood Hot Springs
5. Aspen/Glenwood Springs
Just a short hour drive away from the mountain town of Aspen, you'll find several soaking options in Glenwood Springs including Glenwood Hot Springs Resort (pictured), Iron Mountain Hot Springs, and Yampah Spa & Vapor Caves. Photo Credit: Glenwood Hot Springs.
Aspen Snowmass, Colorado. Photo Credit: Tomas Zuccareno.
5. Aspen/Glenwood Springs
There's plenty of powder to carve your skis and boards into in the snow-laced high country of Aspen. The iconic mountain town is home to four ski resorts including Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Buttermilk, and Snowmass. Photo Credit: Tomas Zuccareno.
Old Town Hot Spring. Photo Credit: Old Town Hot Spring
2. Steamboat Springs
Old Town Hot Springs is another great option for soakers in Steamboat Springs, featuring eight hot spring-fed pools along with waterslides, and fitness classes. Photo Credit: Old Town Hot Spring.
Strawberry Park Hot Springs. Photo Credit: Larry Pierce via Steamboat Ski Resort.
2. Steamboat Springs
The naturally-heated mineral waters of Strawberry Park Hot Springs await soakers looking to recharge after coming off the slopes in Steamboat Springs. Photo Credit: Larry Pierce via Steamboat Ski Resort.
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