AAA Editor Notes
Glenwood Hot Springs is off I-70 exit 116 to 401 N. River St. Measuring 405 feet long, this is the world’s largest known outdoor thermal pool. The pool’s mineral-rich waters come from Yampah Springs, once considered sacred by the Ute Indians (Yampah means “big medicine”), and are maintained between 93 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit. By the late 19th century the springs had been developed into a resort containing a hot springs pool, bath house and a lodge, which soon became a popular getaway for movie stars, American presidents and other dignitaries.</br>Exercise lap lanes, a children’s pool, a diving board and two waterslides are featured. A smaller therapy pool is maintained at 104 degrees Fahrenheit. An athletic club and spa also are offered.</br>Lockers, towels and bathing suits are available for a small fee.</br>Food is available. </br>
Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day Mon.-Fri. $21.50; $13.50 (ages 3-12). Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day Sat.-Sun. $23.25; $14.25 (ages 3-12). Rest of year $15.75; $10.75 (ages 3-12). Additional fees apply to athletic club, spa and waterslides. Prices are subject to change; phone ahead.
Hours: Pool daily 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m., Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day; 9 a.m.-10 p.m., rest of year. Waterslides daily 10-6, Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day; daily noon-5, Spring Break; Sat.-Sun. noon-5, rest of year (weather permitting). Allow 1 hour minimum.