Glenwood Hot Springs Pool
Resort · Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Hot Springs Pool is home to a true giant: the resort's Grand Pool runs about 405 feet end to end and has been open to swimmers since 1888. It sits in the town of Glenwood Springs and is open every day of the year from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., apart from the occasional maintenance closure.
The spring water comes out of the ground at roughly 122°F, so it's cooled before it reaches the pools. The Grand Pool stays near 90°F, which makes it comfortable for lap swimming or just floating around, and there's a diving board at the west end. If you're after a proper soak, the Therapy Pool holds steady at about 104°F and has free bubble chairs and power showers aimed at sore shoulders and backs.
For something calmer, the Yampah Mineral Baths offer five more pools, from toasty warm to a chilly cold plunge, and they switch to adults only in the evening. Families with young kids can head to the Sopris Splash Zone, with mini slides, waterfalls and a whitewater tube ride, though it only opens in certain seasons.
One day pass gets you into every open pool, lockers are free, and you can leave and come back all day. No reservation is needed. Outside food isn't allowed, but there's a grill on site, and you can stay overnight at the resort's Lodge or Hotel 1888.
The pools
- Grand Pool · 405 ft long, with lap lanes and a diving boardAbout 90°F
- Therapy Pool · Free jet chairs and power showers104°F
Yampah Mineral Baths
52–104°FAdults only in the evening
- Cascade Waters100–104°F
- Sacred Waters97–102°F
- Falling Waters95–100°F
- Inhale · Cold plunge52–60°F
- Exhale · Cold contrast bath75–80°F
Amenities
Facilities
- Free lockers
- Changing rooms
- Towel rental
- Swimsuit rental
- Private cabanas
- Athletic club (extra fee)
- Swimming lessons
- Gift shop
- Free Wi-Fi
- Free re-entry
Family & kids
- Kids' splash zone (seasonal)
- Whitewater tube ride (seasonal)
- Splash pad
Food & drink
- Poolside grill
- Snack bar
- Water refill stations
Lodging
- 107-room Lodge
- Hotel 1888
Parking
- Free parking
- RV parking
- EV charging
Before you go
Best time to visit: The pools are open all year and reviewers like every season, with chilly-weather soaks and evening visits getting special praise. It is busiest on weekends, holidays and summer days, so weekdays, early mornings and later evenings feel calmer. The Sopris Splash Zone and river ride only run in season, so check which areas are open if you are coming for kids.
- Go on a weekday, early in the day or in the evening if you want more space. Weekends and summer afternoons are the most crowded.
- Bring your own towels or plan to rent them. Reviewers mention about $10 per towel, and robes are a popular rental when the air is cold.
- Eat before you come or plan to buy at the grill. Outside food and drinks are not allowed in the pool area, but refillable water bottles are fine.
- Check which areas are open before you pay, especially for kids. The splash zone and river ride are seasonal and run on set hours.
- Expect a faint sulfur smell. It comes with the mineral water.
- Use the free lockers for your belongings, since you can leave and return all day.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Huge main pool with plenty of room, even when it is busy
- Many pools at different temperatures, including a cold plunge and hot soaking pools
- Great for families, with slides, a splash area and a river ride in season
- Clean pools and a well-kept feel, according to many reviewers
- Friendly, helpful staff and lifeguards
- Free lockers and showers, and you can leave and come back all day
- Lodging on site, so you can stay and soak
Cons
- Admission feels expensive to many reviewers, especially at peak prices
- Crowded on weekends, holidays and summer days, with lots of children and noise
- Extras add up, such as towel rental, food and drinks
- Food options at the grill get mixed reviews, and you cannot bring your own
- Some areas, like the splash zone, are seasonal or close earlier, so full-price visits can offer less in the evening
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a reservation for Glenwood Hot Springs Pool?
No. The pool is open every day from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and a day pass gets you into every open pool. You can leave and come back the same day. Weekends and summer are busiest, so arrive earlier or later in the day for more space.
How much does a day pass cost?
Adults and teens pay $42 to $60 and children pay $30 to $38, depending on peak or off-peak times. Children 2 and under are free. Several reviewers call the price high, so check the current rate before you go.
Can I bring my own food or drinks?
No. Outside food, drinks, coolers and delivery are not allowed in the pool area, but refillable water bottles are permitted. The poolside grill and snack bar sell food and drinks, and reviewers say the options are limited and a bit pricey.
Are there lockers, and do I need to bring a towel?
Lockers are free, and there are changing rooms and showers. Towels and swimsuits can be rented, and reviewers say a towel costs about $10, so many people bring their own.
Is Glenwood Hot Springs Pool good for kids?
Yes. The Sopris Splash Zone has mini slides, a toddler pool and a tube ride, though it is seasonal and runs set hours. Reviewers say the pools get loud and busy with children on weekends, and the Yampah Mineral Baths switch to adults only in the evening.
Can I bring my dog?
No. Pets, including emotional support animals, are not allowed at the pool. Only service animals with their owners are permitted.
Is there Wi-Fi?
Yes. Free poolside Wi-Fi is available, and it asks for a valid email address.
Nearby hot springs
- Iron Mountain Hot Springs · about 1 mile away
- South Canyon Hot Springs · about 5 miles away
- Avalanche Ranch · about 21 miles away
Last checked October 26, 2026
Sources: hotspringspool.com