Outdoors NearbyHot springs near Colorado Springs, CO
9 hot springs open to the public lie within 100 miles of Colorado Springs. Nearest: Dakota Hot Springs, about 31 miles away near Penrose.
Closest first
- Dakota Hot Springs Day pass
- Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center Day pass
- Valley View Hot Springs Day pass
- Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort Day pass
- Indian Hot Springs Day pass
- Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa Day pass
- Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa Day pass
- Eldorado Springs Pool Day pass
- Sand Dunes Recreation Day pass
Best time to soak: Colorado Springs
Most people soak in the cooler months. From November to March average highs around Colorado Springs stay at 45 to 55 °F, with nights down to 19 °F. Expect frost from November to March. Check road and trail conditions with the land manager before driving up.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 45 °F | 19 °F | 1 |
| Feb | 47 °F | 20 °F | 1 |
| Mar | 55 °F | 27 °F | 2 |
| Apr | 61 °F | 34 °F | 4 |
| May | 71 °F | 44 °F | 5 |
| Jun | 82 °F | 53 °F | 4 |
| Jul | 87 °F | 58 °F | 6 |
| Aug | 84 °F | 57 °F | 6 |
| Sep | 77 °F | 49 °F | 3 |
| Oct | 65 °F | 37 °F | 2 |
| Nov | 53 °F | 26 °F | 1 |
| Dec | 45 °F | 19 °F | 1 |
More to do nearby
- Antlers Dog Park (dog park, 1 mi)
- Memorial Park Skatepark (skatepark, 1 mi)
- Panorama Park Splash Pad (splash pad, 5 mi)
- Hill (waterfall, 5 mi)
- Pepsi Roller Sports Arena (indoor ice rink, 8 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
- Battery-free floating water thermometer Check a pool before you get in. Natural springs can run hotter than they look. View on Amazon
- Top pick 4Monster quick-dry microfiber towel with case Packs small for the hike to the pools and dries in the car on the way home. View on Amazon
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Illustration SIMARI quick-dry water shoes for women and men Grip on slick rock and gravel pool bottoms, and they dry fast on the walk out. View on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What is the closest hot spring to Colorado Springs?
Dakota Hot Springs, about 31 miles in a straight line. Next are Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center (68 mi) and Valley View Hot Springs (70 mi).
Which hot springs are within an hour or so of Colorado Springs?
Within about 50 miles: Dakota Hot Springs. Mountain roads can make the drive longer than the distance suggests.