Natural outdoor hot spring pools in downtown Steamboat Springs, open year-round with no reservations. The hot springs say in their own words when it's quieter, and how warm each pool is.
“In the winter months, the hot springs can be busier in the late afternoons and evenings. If you are looking for a quieter experience, we recommend visiting in the morning and on weekdays.”
The Big Hot Pool “hovers around 98°F”; the Baby Hot Pool is 96 to 98°F; Spa One is 100 to 103°F; Spa Three, the hottest all-ages pool, is 104 to 105°F.
The Big Hot Pool's shape “provides lots of little corners and areas to find some privacy.” The Splash Pool has “a gradual beach-style entry,” a fence and shade, just outside the locker room.
“No reservations required. In fact, we don't even offer them!” Passes are sold only at the front desk.
“We offer reentry on the day you purchase your pass. Just ask our front desk for your reentry receipt.”
Late afternoon can be quiet in the Baby Hot Pool but busier across the hot springs in winter. A weekday morning is the safe bet.
