FOCUS ON WELLNESS Thermal hot springs flow abundantly throughout Western . LEARN ABOUT THE PAST Soaking in natural mineral water There is a strong connection to Native is a time-honored tradition used to Americans here. Hot springs were sacred enhance wellness. Many people grounds. Several National Parks and believe that these balneology Monuments pay homage to these practices help to prevent illness and ancient cultures. Trains, mining, treat ailments. One thing is for sure, ghost towns and western heritage are relaxation is the ultimate goal. an important part of the past and are well-preserved.

TAKE SEVERAL SOAKS TRY NEW CUISINE This 720-mile (1160-km) loop showcases the There aren’t a lot of chain restaurants in premier hot springs these small towns, but there are plenty of attractions in the state. microbreweries! And food is an art form, There is so much using locally grown products. variety year-round; from intimate private baths, to the world’s largest mineral hot springs pool. Each of the nineteen facilities offers unique features like vapor caves, hot pots, terraced pools, enormous travertine formations and fun-filled aquatic centers.

PLAY IN THE ROCKY The scenery is inspirational throughout this region. A large DO A HOT SPRINGS ROAD TRIP portion of the drive travels along Take a week or two to really experience the four designated Colorado Scenic Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop. From Byways through numerous , begin your itinerary in Chaffee National Forests. Explore County, the communities of Buena Vista, each of the five destinations Nathrop, and Salida. Then travel south on hiking, biking or 4-wheel to Pagosa Springs. Ouray and Ridgway drive trails. Babbling are the next stops. Onward to Glenwood streams are teeming with Springs. Finally, Steamboat Springs fish. Fast-flowing rivers completes the journey. thrill whitewater enthusiasts. When the snow falls, skiing, snowmobiling and ice climbing are popular activities. www.Colorado.com/HotSpringsLoop GLENWOOD SPRINGS STEAMBOAT SPRINGS CHAFFEE COUNTY: Buena Vista, Nathrop, Salida

It’s a genuine western setting off the beaten path. From Fifteen 14,000-foot peaks world‑class mountain biking and skiing to breathtaking This resort town revolves around and Colorado’s most popular hiking to the refreshing beauty of the hot springs, rivers water. Thermal highlights include whitewater rafting river, the and lakes. Festivals celebrate hot air balloons, rodeos, libations and Glenwood Hot Springs, the Arkansas, dominate this region. music. Take a dip in the downtown Old Town Hot Springs multi-use world’s largest mineral hot At Mount Princeton Hot complex with two waterslides. For a rustic wilderness setting, soak at springs pool; Iron Mountain Hot Springs Resort pick from the creekside Strawberry Park Hot Springs. Springs with 16 soaking pools; numerous geothermal pools or www.steamboatchamber.com and Yampah Spa & Vapor find a hot pot in . Caves, a rare naturally-occurring Historic Cottonwood Hot underground steam bath. Springs first opened in 1878. Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center is one of the largest Top attractions are Glenwood Caverns Adventure indoor hot spring pools in the country. For a completely Park with ornate caves and the highest elevation roller private experience reserve Alpine Hot Springs coaster in North America, Colorado River whitewater Hideaway, Antero Hot Springs Cabins or Creekside rafting and Hanging Lake. Hot Springs Cabin. www.visitglenwood.com www.colorfulcolorado.com

OURAY AND RIDGWAY PAGOSA SPRINGS

Soak in the odorless, sulfur-free Surrounded by 2.5 million Ouray Hot Springs Pool. Take acres of wilderness and national a steam in the vaporcave at The forest, Pagosa Springs is the Historic Wiesbaden Hot Springs official home to the world’s Spa & Lodgings. Soak au naturel deepest hot springs. The at Orvis Hot Springs. Hotels Springs Resort and Spa has offering private mineral pools 23 terraced hot springs pools are Twin Peaks Lodge & Hot alongside the San Juan River. Springs and Box Canyon Lodge Overlook Hot Springs offers & Hot Springs. rooftop tubs and Victorian‑style mineral baths. Healing Waters Known as “the Switzerland of America,” Ouray is the Resort & Spa features a large outdoor pool and Jeeping Capitol of the World. The Ouray Ice Park offers European‑style steam rooms. Many local businesses the best ice climbing in Colorado. utilize the abundant geothermal heat. www.ouraycolorado.com www.visitpagosasprings.com