Front Range, Colorado
Indian Hot Springs
Indian Hot Springs in Idaho Springs has an indoor mineral pool and separate men's and women's soaking caves dug into the hillside. The caves are for adults 18 and over, and weekend visits need a reservation.
OpenCheck the official site before you go.Last checked November 2026
- Water
- 108–113°F (cave baths)
- Getting there
- Drive up, about 35 miles west of Denver
- Children
- Main pool all ages; cave baths 18+
- Clothing
- Swimsuits in the main pool; cave baths are separated by gender, with suits required on weekends
- Cost and hours
- See current prices and hours on the official site
- Pools
- Indoor mineral pool, private tubs, and separate men's and women's geothermal cave baths
- Reservations
- Required on weekends and holidays; walk-in on weekdays
- Stay the night
- Lodging on site
- Managed by
- Private
Good to know. Cave water is very hot, 108°F and up
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.
Good for: winter trip, quiet soaking. Something out of date? Let us know and we’ll check it.
Warm water, closer to home
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.