The Springs Resort
Resort · Pagosa Springs
The Springs Resort & Spa is a large riverside hot springs resort in the middle of Pagosa Springs, beside the San Juan River. Every pool is fed by a single source, the Mother Spring, which the resort says is more than 1,000 feet deep and calls the world's deepest geothermal hot spring. The water is sulfur-rich enough to tarnish silver jewelry.
The site describes 47 geothermal pools and says temperatures range from 45°F to 114°F. The 25 original pools, with names like Blue Lagoon, Lobster Pot and The Plunge, are open to general admission, and five adults-only pools sit on the Relaxation Terrace. A newer set of about 23 Wellness pools, plus a halotherapy sauna and mud studio, needs a higher-priced Wellness pass.
General admission is $74 for adults and $42 for children 3 to 12, with $3 off for seniors and $5 off for military and first responders. Residents within 60 miles can buy a cheaper local pass in person. You can walk up and buy a pass at the Bathhouse without reserving, and there is no time limit. Towels, robes, lockers and cabanas are available to rent, and swimsuits are sold if you forgot yours. Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Pool toys are only permitted in the shallow Blue Lagoon swimming pool.
You can also stay overnight in the resort's rooms and suites, with 24-hour soaking included.
The pools
Included with general admission
Infinity–-Infinity°F- Original Pools · 25 pools included in general admission, including Blue Lagoon (the shallow swimming pool) and the Lobster Pot (the hottest)
- Relaxation Terrace · 5 adults-only pools
Wellness pass
Infinity–-Infinity°FWellness Day Pass: $119 Monday–Thursday, $159 Friday–Sunday (includes towel, locker and robe)
- Wellness Pools · About 23 newer pools, including the Cauldron (107°F, adults-only) and the Cold Rush plunge (45–60°F). Wellness pass required.
Amenities
Facilities
- Bathhouse with locker rooms and showers
- Towel and robe rental
- Rental lockers
- Private cabanas
- Spa and wellness treatments
- Halotherapy sauna and mud studio (Wellness pass)
- Swimwear shop
Family & kids
- Shallow Blue Lagoon swimming pool (pool toys allowed)
- Family cabanas
- Children's day pass
Food & drink
- Wild Finch Restaurant
- The Barefoot Grill
- The Café
- Canteen (smoothies and alcohol)
- 1881 Poolside Provisions
Lodging
- Resort rooms and suites
- 24-hour soaking for overnight guests
Before you go
Best time to visit: Reviewers visit in every season and praise soaking in cold or snowy weather, and overnight guests like having the pools around the clock. Weekdays are quieter, and a few reviewers say it can feel busy at peak times. The river and mountain views get frequent praise.
- Stay overnight if you can. Overnight guests get 24-hour soaking, and several reviewers say that is the best part, especially late at night.
- Go on a weekday for fewer people, and consider the adults-only Relaxation Terrace for a quieter soak.
- Know your pass. General admission covers the 25 original pools and the Relaxation Terrace. The newer Wellness pools, sauna and mud studio need a higher-priced Wellness pass.
- Rent a locker, robe or cabana if you want comfort, and bring your own food or eat at the on-site restaurants, since outside food and drinks are not allowed.
- Check the pool map when you arrive. Reviewers like trying many pools at different temperatures.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Dozens of pools at different temperatures beside the San Juan River
- Mountain and river views
- Friendly, helpful staff praised by many reviewers
- Overnight guests can soak 24 hours a day
- Adults-only terrace and wellness area for a quiet soak
- On-site restaurants and spa
Cons
- Pricey for day visits, cabanas and food
- Can get busy at peak times
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a reservation?
No. The FAQ says day passes are sold at the Bathhouse desk without a reservation, and there is no time limit.
How much does a day pass cost?
General admission is $74 for adults and $42 for children 3 to 12. Seniors get $3 off and military and first responders $5 off. Reviewers call it pricey but say it is worth it for the pools.
What is the Wellness pass?
It is a higher-priced pass for the newer Wellness pools, a halotherapy sauna and a mud studio. General admission covers the 25 original pools and the Relaxation Terrace.
Can I stay overnight?
Yes. The resort has rooms and suites, and overnight guests soak 24 hours a day. Reviewers praise the lodging and staff.
Can kids soak here?
Yes. Children 3 to 12 have a discounted pass, and the shallow Blue Lagoon pool allows pool toys. Five pools on the Relaxation Terrace are adults only.
Can I bring food and drinks?
No. Outside food and drinks are not allowed. The resort has several places to eat, including a restaurant, a grill, a cafe and a poolside canteen.
Nearby hot springs
- Rainbow Hot Springs · about 17 miles away
- Pinkerton Hot Springs · about 45 miles away
- Durango Hot Springs Resort & Spa · about 47 miles away
Last checked October 26, 2026
Sources: pagosahotsprings.com