Hot Springs Near Fort Collins, Colorado

Seven hot springs sit within 100 miles of Fort Collins, all in Colorado along corridors west into the Rocky Mountains. The closest is Eldorado Springs Pool, about 55 miles south near Boulder, a historic artesian pool fed by 76-degree water in Eldorado Canyon. West on I-70, Indian Hot Springs in Idaho Springs is about 65 miles with geothermal caves and a pool. Hot Sulphur Springs Resort, roughly 65 miles west via US-40 over Berthoud Pass, has pools along the Colorado River. Raspberry Hot Springs near Parshall is about 65 miles west, a primitive riverside soak. Northwest, Old Town Hot Springs in Steamboat Springs is about 95 miles with a public pool and waterslide, and Strawberry Park nearby has natural pools fed by 147-degree source water, the hottest in the radius. Radium on the Colorado River is about 100 miles west, the only free spring.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the closest hot spring to Fort Collins?

Eldorado Springs Pool near Boulder is about 55 miles south of Fort Collins via I-25 and CO-170, roughly one hour by car. The historic artesian pool sits in Eldorado Canyon with 76-degree spring water. Indian Hot Springs in Idaho Springs, about 65 miles west on I-70, is the closest geothermal option.

Are there free hot springs near Fort Collins?

One of the seven hot springs within 100 miles of Fort Collins is free. Radium Hot Springs on the Colorado River is about 100 miles west via I-70 and Trough Road, a primitive riverside pool. All other options in the radius are paid facilities or resorts requiring admission or day passes.

How far is Fort Collins from Steamboat Springs hot springs?

Old Town Hot Springs in Steamboat Springs is about 95 miles northwest of Fort Collins via US-287 and US-40 over Rabbit Ears Pass, roughly two hours by car. Strawberry Park Hot Springs, about 7 miles north of Steamboat, has natural pools fed by 147-degree source water in a forested canyon.

Which hot springs near Fort Collins are good for families?

Old Town Hot Springs in Steamboat Springs, about 95 miles northwest, has a public pool with a waterslide and fitness center with day passes. Eldorado Springs Pool near Boulder, roughly 55 miles south, is a historic outdoor pool in a canyon with a family picnic area open seasonally.

Can I visit hot springs near Fort Collins in winter?

Strawberry Park Hot Springs near Steamboat, about 95 miles northwest, is open year-round and popular for winter soaking in snow, though the last few miles of road may require chains or 4WD. Indian Hot Springs in Idaho Springs, roughly 65 miles west on I-70, has indoor caves and pools open all winter.