Conundrum Hot Springs
Conundrum Hot Springs sits at high elevation in the Maroon Bells-Snowmass Wilderness near Aspen, at the end of a long, strenuous trail. Overnight stays require a reserved permit, and dogs are not allowed.
- Getting there
- Hike 8.5 mi each way, about 2,500–2,900 ft gain, three creek crossings
- Cost and hours
- See current prices and hours on the official site
- Pools
- Natural pools in a high alpine basin
- Reservations
- Required for overnight stays
- Stay the night
- Permitted wilderness campsites only
- Managed by
- White River National Forest
Good to know. Strenuous high-altitude hike; bear-resistant food containers required; dogs prohibited
In any natural hot spring, keep your head above the water. Health officials advise it because of a rare amoeba that can enter through the nose.
New to hot springs? A slow soak is a five-step way to enjoy the water safely.
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No hot spring nearby?
Warm-water sessions at your own pool, or your community’s, in and around Flagstaff, by request. And there are small water practices you can do at home, in a bath.