Iron Mountain Hot Springs - A WorldSprings Property
Glenwood Springs,
Colorado
United States
Iron Mountain Hot Springs is located along the Colorado River in Glenwood Springs, Colorado. With 32 different pools, two cafes and a newly added 21+ section called WorldSprings, guests can enjoy a variety of soaking options. In the legacy section, enjoy 16 natural geothermal pools, a freshwater family pool and jetted spa. At WorldSprings, experience 10 new pebble-bottomed inspired pools with mineral formulas replicating famous hot springs from around the globe like the Blue Lagoon, a cold plunge pool, a Dead Sea Pool and a waterfall freshwater pool. Both cafes serve seasonal food and beverage specials. Buy tickets and learn more about our designation as a Natural National Landmark at ironmountainhotsprings.com.
The Soaking Experience
THE WATERS
There are more than 14 different minerals found in the analysis of our geothermal waters. Iron, sulfate, chloride, sodium, and calcium are the five most abundant minerals in the soaking pools. Iron and sulfate are known for their relaxing qualities. Each of the WorldSprings pools includes different mineral formulas. Each pool is different; for example, the Blue Lagoon pool is rich in Silica, Potassium, and Boron minerals; the Vichy pool includes Bicarbonate, Silica, Sodium, and more minerals; the Hokkaido, the Japan pool, is naturally rich in Sodium, Sulphur, and Bicarbonate; the Turkey pools have large amounts of Bicarbonate, Sulphate, and Calcium; the Romania pool is rich in Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, and Calcium; the New Zealand pool incorporates Sodium, Sulfate and Potassium, the Italy pool is rich with Sodium, Sulfate, and Bicarbonate; and in the Bali pool, Sulfate, and Magnesium make up 74% of the minerals.
POOLS & WATER FEATURES
There are sixteen naturally shaped geothermal pools, each heated to a different temperature ranging from 98 to 108. The pools are connected with heated walkways to melt snow and prevent iciness in the winter. Two of the geothermal pools are ADA compliant and have transfer walls and grab bars that allow a person with upper body strength to leave a mobility device and transfer onto the wall and into the water. The geothermal pools are filled with our natural thermal waters that complete a total changeover every two hours. More than 14 different minerals are found in our water analysis. Iron, sulfate, chloride, sodium, and calcium are geothermal pools’ five most abundant minerals. Iron and sulfate are known for their relaxing qualities. Magnificent views, which vary from pool to pool, include the Colorado River as it winds through the valley, Iron Mountain, Red Mountain, the Flat Tops, and the twin peaks of majestic Mt. Sopris to the south; make your visit to the Glenwood hot springs even more enjoyable. Children under 5 are not allowed in the 16 small mineral pools, and children 5 to 13 require parent/guardian supervision.
WorldSprings Section:
Inspired by the most famous hot springs on the planet, this adults-only area offers 11 inspired pools, 1 freshwater pool with waterfalls, 1 inspired pool by The Dead Sea with waterfalls, and a cold plunge pool. The tradition of cold plunging dates back centuries to the ancient Egyptians. Each inspired pool uses a unique mineral formula designed to replicate hot springs from around the world, such as the Blue Lagoon in Iceland. Upgrading to WorldSprings, our adults-only area, gives you access to 13 more unique pools and to all 32 pools across our entire site, situated alongside the beautiful Colorado River. Guests must be 21 and over to enter.
POOL & WATER FEATURE COUNT:
32
THE CULTURE
We have 16 natural geothermal springs and a WorldSprings-inspired pool connected with heated walkways. The walkways are heated to melt snow and prevent iciness in the winter months, but you’ll still want to bring a pair of sandals or slippers to keep your toes warm. Our pools are filled with natural geothermal water with a complete changeover in water every two hours. The temperatures will vary from pool to pool, providing guests with various soaking indulgences. Those who purchase an upgrade to the WorldSprings pools will have access to additional pools, including 11 inspired pools by the most famous hot springs on the planet, one freshwater cold plunge pool, one freshwater pool with waterfalls, and one Dead Sea-inspired pool with waterfalls. Soaking in hot water can be relaxing and rejuvenating and can help ease sore muscles and reduce stress. The jets from a whirlpool spa offer additional benefits in the form of hydrotherapy massage that can target specific parts of your body by simply moving around in the spa.
