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Indian Hot Springs

Colorado · United States

8 story sections

The caves were driven into the solid rock mountain side, between 1903 and 1911, specifically for the purpose of creating this unique facility. Each one has several huge, sunken, walk-in hot tubs filled with naturally hot mineral water at temperatures from 104° to 112°. Caves are gender specific and bathing suits are optional. Children 16 and under are not allowed in the caves.

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  1. 1Indian Hot Springs

    Welcome, seekers of restorative leisure, to the historic Indian Hot Springs facility, nestled within the rugged topography of Idaho Springs, Colorado. Situated a mere forty minute drive from the bustling metropolitan center of…

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  2. 2The Lobby and Check-in Experience

    Having passed through the main entrance, we now find ourselves in the primary lobby and check-in area. This space functions as the transitional airlock between the external mountain environment and the heated, humid zones of the…

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  3. 3The Main Mineral Pool Terrarium

    Stepping into the main mineral pool area, one is immediately enveloped by an astonishing microclimate. This space is constructed not merely as an indoor swimming facility, but as a vast, enclosed botanical terrarium. …

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  4. 4Transition to the Subterranean

    We now move away from the bright, communal atmosphere of the tropical main pool and transition toward the facility's most distinctive and historically fascinating feature: the geothermal caves. The pathway leading toward these…

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  5. 5Within the Geothermal Caves

    Entering the geothermal cave is an exercise in enduring extreme environmental conditions. The sensory impact is immediate and overwhelming. …

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  6. 6The Outdoor Jacuzzis and Private Baths

    For those whose physiological limits are tested too severely by the searing heat of the subterranean caves, or for those simply seeking a more intimate setting, Indian Hot Springs offers alternative soaking environments. We are…

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  7. 7The Spa and Therapeutic Mud Baths

    Beyond the purely aquatic offerings, the Indian Hot Springs complex houses a dedicated spa facility, expanding its therapeutic repertoire. We are now examining the area dedicated to comprehensive wellness treatments, most notably…

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  8. 8Cooling Down and Departure

    We conclude our exploration of Indian Hot Springs in the critical cooling and recovery zones, located just outside the intense thermal areas and within the locker facilities. Following any significant exposure to extreme heat,…

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What is Indian Hot Springs?

Indian Hot Springs is a place in Colorado · United States with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
LocationColorado · United States
TypeNature
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates39.7392, -105.5127
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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