Outdoors NearbyOld Town Hot Springs
A downtown community hot springs and fitness center fed by the Heart Spring, with several mineral pools. Private cabanas can be booked on the upper deck. Old Town Hot Springs is open to day visitors for a fee.
| Access | Day passes for the public Daily admission at the front desk; every guest signs a waiver on the day of the visit. |
|---|---|
| Type | Developed pools |
| Location | Steamboat Springs, CO Managed by Old Town Hot Springs (nonprofit) Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | 102 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980) |
| Prices | Adult (15+): $35 Youth (3–14): $27 Senior (65+): $32 Ages 0–2: Free Checked October 2026 on the operator's site |
| Hours | Mon–Fri 6 am–9 pm; Sat–Sun 7 am–9 pm |
| Season | year-round except Thanksgiving and Christmas |
| Reservations | not needed |
| Facilities | fitness center, changing rooms |
| Website | oldtownhotsprings.org |
| Phone | (970) 879-1828 |
Best time to soak: Old Town Hot Springs
Soaking feels best when the air is cool. From October to April average highs around Steamboat Springs stay at 29 to 59 °F, with nights down to 5 °F. Freezing nights from October to April mean icy steps and possible road closures; traction for your shoes helps.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29 °F | 5 °F | 8 |
| Feb | 34 °F | 8 °F | 7 |
| Mar | 45 °F | 18 °F | 5 |
| Apr | 54 °F | 27 °F | 8 |
| May | 65 °F | 34 °F | 8 |
| Jun | 76 °F | 39 °F | 4 |
| Jul | 83 °F | 46 °F | 5 |
| Aug | 82 °F | 44 °F | 6 |
| Sep | 74 °F | 36 °F | 6 |
| Oct | 59 °F | 26 °F | 6 |
| Nov | 43 °F | 16 °F | 6 |
| Dec | 30 °F | 6 °F | 7 |
More to do nearby
- Howelson Ice Arena (indoor ice rink, 1 mi)
- Skate Park (skatepark, 1 mi)
- Rita Valentine Park (dog park, 1 mi)
- Fish Creek Falls (waterfall, 3 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
- Cold-day pick SUN CUBE hooded changing robe poncho Change in and out of a wet suit at a trailhead with no changing room, and stay warm after a winter soak. View on Amazon
- Earth Pak roll-top waterproof dry bag Keeps your phone, keys and dry clothes safe on wet rocks next to the pool. View on Amazon
- Battery-free floating water thermometer Check a pool before you get in. Natural springs can run hotter than they look. View on Amazon
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Waterfalls nearby
- Fish Creek Falls (3 mi)
- Fish Creek Upper Falls (4 mi)
Sources
Access, prices and rules come from these official pages, checked October 2026. Hot springs close for weather, repairs or high water, so confirm before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Do you have to pay at Old Town Hot Springs?
Adult (15+): $35, Youth (3–14): $27 and Senior (65+): $32, according to the operator as of October 2026. Prices change, so check before you go.
How hot is Old Town Hot Springs?
102 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980). Pool temperatures are usually lower than at the source and change with the season.
When is Old Town Hot Springs open?
Mon–Fri 6 am–9 pm; Sat–Sun 7 am–9 pm. year-round except Thanksgiving and Christmas.
How far is Old Town Hot Springs from Fort Collins?
About 92 miles from Fort Collins in a straight line; the drive is longer.