Outdoors NearbyValley View Hot Springs
Natural pools on a hillside above the San Luis Valley, managed by a land trust that limits daily visitors to protect the springs. The whole property is clothing optional. Valley View Hot Springs sells day passes, so you don't need to stay overnight.
| Access | Day passes for the public Day visits are capped; call ahead. Arrive between 11 am and 6 pm and leave by 8 pm. |
|---|---|
| Type | Natural spring |
| Location | Moffat, CO Managed by Orient Land Trust (nonprofit) Directions (approximate location; check the official map) |
| Water | 99 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980) |
| Prices | Day Pass: $20 (supervised children 15 and under free) Checked October 2026 on the operator's site |
| Hours | Day use: arrive 11 am–6 pm, stay until 8 pm |
| Reservations | recommended |
| Clothing | clothing optional |
| Ages | supervised children 15 and under free |
| Facilities | camping, cabins |
| Website | olt.org |
| Phone | 719-256-4315 |
Best time to soak: Valley View Hot Springs
From Pueblo, CO it is roughly 66 miles west as the crow flies.
Most people soak in the cooler months. From October to April average highs around Moffat stay at 33 to 60 °F, with nights down to 9 °F. From November to April lows average 9 to 28 °F, so paths and decks around the pools can ice over and dirt roads may close.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 33 °F | 9 °F | 2 |
| Feb | 39 °F | 15 °F | 2 |
| Mar | 49 °F | 22 °F | 3 |
| Apr | 57 °F | 28 °F | 3 |
| May | 67 °F | 36 °F | 3 |
| Jun | 78 °F | 45 °F | 2 |
| Jul | 82 °F | 50 °F | 6 |
| Aug | 79 °F | 48 °F | 6 |
| Sep | 72 °F | 42 °F | 4 |
| Oct | 60 °F | 31 °F | 3 |
| Nov | 45 °F | 19 °F | 2 |
| Dec | 33 °F | 10 °F | 2 |
More to do nearby
- Venable Falls (waterfall, 14 mi)
Pack for the hot springs
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Other hot springs near Moffat
- Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa Day pass
- Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center Day pass
- Sand Dunes Recreation Day pass
- Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort Day pass
- Dakota Hot Springs Day pass
- Cottonwood Hot Springs Inn & Spa Day pass
- Conundrum Hot Springs Free
- The Springs Resort & Spa Day pass
Waterfalls nearby
- Venable Falls (14 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
How much does Valley View Hot Springs cost?
Day Pass: $20 (supervised children 15 and under free), according to the operator as of October 2026. Prices change, so check before you go.
How hot is Valley View Hot Springs?
99 °F at the source (USGS/NOAA survey, 1980). Pool temperatures are usually lower than at the source and change with the season.
Is Valley View Hot Springs clothing optional?
Yes, clothing optional.
When is Valley View Hot Springs open?
Day use: arrive 11 am–6 pm, stay until 8 pm.
How far is Valley View Hot Springs from Pueblo?
About 66 miles from Pueblo in a straight line; the drive is longer.