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You’ll Never Forget Your Trip To This Incredible Hot Springs Resort In Colorado

Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort in Colorado offers a relaxing and fun experience with hot springs, a water slide, and various accommodations.

Updated Jan 9, 2022

Written by 

Annie Sandmeier

Nothing feels better than soaking in one of Colorado's greatest hot springs. While Colorado is home to several of these thermal pools, there’s one in particular that stands out. Not only is it super relaxing, but it also has a waterslide that is fun for all ages! Mount Princeton Hot Springs in Colorado is truly a bucket-list-worthy destination. Curious to learn more about what awaits you there? Keep reading!

Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort has been easing stress and serving guests for more than 140 years.

Aerial view of a resort with two pools beside a river, surrounded by trees and mountains in the background.
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Established in 1879, Mount Princeton is a true Colorado oasis and offers everything from a therapeutic spa to Creekside Hot Springs to pools and more.

A snowy landscape surrounds a pool with people swimming, alongside a rocky riverbank and lounge chairs.
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If you are visiting with kids (or are just a kid at heart), you are going to love the 400-foot-long water slide, which also uses warm water.

A young boy slides down a water slide, splashing into the water with an excited expression.
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There’s also a lazy river!

Aerial view of a resort pool area with slides, surrounded by green grass and trees, with people enjoying the water.
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Unlike bigger water parks that attract larger crowds, Mount Princeton is quiet and has virtually no lines, making for an experience that is both relaxing and fun.

A lively pool scene with children playing, surrounded by mountains and a clear blue sky.
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If you’d like to turn your visit into a weekend getaway, Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort has a number of beautiful suites, cabins, and lodges that are perfect for every personal preference and budget.

Two people sit on the porch of a log cabin, with a dog resting nearby, surrounded by trees and a dirt road.
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You can find more information and make reservations on the resort’s website here.

Though this historic resort is well over a century old, everything here is clean and renovated.

Cozy bedroom featuring a large bed, ceiling fan, fireplace, and a door leading to another room.
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If you’re just visiting as a day trip, all-day passes start at $20 for adults and $15 for children. Access to the pool is included for overnight guests.

The Upper Pools and water slide are open from Memorial Day through Labor Day from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Aerial view of a mountain resort with cabins, pools, and snow-capped peaks in the background. Clear blue sky above.
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Due to the late snowfall this year, Creekside Hot Springs has yet to open for the 2019 season, but it will be soon! Once the creek’s flow slows and the water temperature rises, it will be ready and waiting for you to visit.

For more information and to book your stay, please visit the Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort website and keep an eye on its Facebook page to stay updated on when Creekside Hot Springs will open!

Want to discover even more incredible hot springs around the state? Do yourself a favor and read our previous article: There’s No Better Place To Be Than These 14 Hot Springs In Colorado

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