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The Springs Resort — Day-use fee or pay-per-soak in Pagosa Springs, CO (2026)
Riverside decks on the San Juan River host more than two dozen mineral pools fed by the 144°F Mother Spring. Timed sessions keep crowds down and the resort pairs soaks with a LEED-certified hotel, day spa, and on-site dining.
Temperature
83°–114°F
Pools
25 soaking pools
Best season
Year-round
Reservations
Required
Dog policy
No pets at pools
Family policy
Family windows available
Safety notes
- Upper hillside pools regularly exceed 110°F—rotate with the cooler riverfront basins and stay hydrated.
- Boardwalks ice over in winter storms; wear traction cleats when walking between pools.
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