Glenwood Springs is a destination for those looking to soak in the natural hot springs, and soon, there will be even more ways to do so at its most well-known resort.
This week, Glenwood Hot Springs Resort announced plans to build a new swimming area with five pools, including several that feature waterfalls. Construction is now underway at the historic property, originally opened in 1888, and will not affect existing operations. The resort remains open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day.
When it’s finished in 2024, the new swimming area will feature a hot plunge pool, a cold plunge pool, one pool with an infinity edge and two with waterfalls, including one that will be “grotto-like in nature,” according to a statement.
All the pools will be fed by the Yampah Spring, otherwise known as “the mother spring,” which boasts 15 natural minerals. There will also be shaded seating areas for guests.
“As we carry on the traditions of this historic property for generations ahead of us to enjoy the ancient waters of the Yampah Spring, we are also innovating and pushing to provide the newest and most up-to-date experience in balneotherapy,” said Kevin Flohr, the resort’s chief operating officer, in a statement. (Balneotherapy means the practice of therapeutic bathing, often by using minerals or additives, for anyone wondering.)
The expansion, formally known as the East End Expansion, marks the third phase of a multiyear plan to renovate and update Glenwood Hot Springs Resort. In the second phase, which was completed in May, the resort redesigned what’s known as the therapy pool with new jet chairs, lighting, a new ADA-approved ramp and showers. The locker rooms in the historic bathhouse were also remodeled.
And Glenwood isn’t the only hot springs with new additions. Here are a few others recent or pending changes around the Colorado hot springs scene.
