Glenwood Springs, Colorado (February 1, 2021) – Glenwood Springs is a source of relaxation, exhilaration, breathtaking Rocky Mountain vistas, and natural healing waters. And Glenwood Hot Springs Resort is at the center of this unforgettable experience equation, providing both an ideal home base to stay overnight and monumental soaking bliss in tandem with awe-inspiring winter adventures like skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, snowmobiling and fat biking.
Like most Glenwood Springs and Roaring Fork Valley residents, travelers who visit Colorado or adventure around their home state are in search of “a bigger, wilder experience,” says Lindsey Lewis, resort sales manager at Glenwood Hot Springs Resort. “Glenwood Springs is a place that reconnects us with each other, as remote as you want it to be and as invigorating as you can handle.”
Here are five ideas for how to have “One Mother Nature of a Good Time” at Glenwood Hot Springs Resort and the community of Glenwood Springs. The ideas stem from a new campaign being spearheaded by Glenwood Hot Springs Resort based on the idea of combining Mother Nature’s gifts for both adventure and relaxation.
1. Slopes & Soaks
Envision a day of skiing and snowboarding at one of Colorado’s best-kept secrets, Sunlight Mountain Resort located 12 miles south of Glenwood Springs, followed by a relaxing soak in the world’s largest natural hot springs pool and a stroll over the pedestrian bridge for a delicious dinner downtown. Picture being surrounded by a winter wonderland breathing crisp, clean mountain air and floating through fresh powder on the slopes and then floating in the mineral-rich water to soothe every well-earned ache.
To make the combination even sweeter, Glenwood Hot Springs Resort’s Ski Swim Stay package provides 10 percent off the best available rate at Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge, unlimited access to the hot springs pool during hours of operation (9 a.m. to 9 p.m.), complimentary grab-and-go breakfast at the poolside Grill, and lift tickets for Sunlight Mountain Resort. Kids ages 12 and under ski for free (one per paying adult) with the package, which is available now through April 4, 2021.
2. Sled & Swim
There is sledding and then there is sledding, also known as snowmobiling. While both can fulfill the need for speed, two snowmobile tours offered by Sunlight Mountain Resort allow your crew to crank up their engines. Hour-long family tours wind deep into the White River National Forest through snow-covered pines and tall aspen groves for 16 miles or go big on the 2.5-hour adventure tour that delivers 360-degree views of Mt. Sopris, the Sawatch Range, and Elk and Flat Tops Mountains before heading to the backcountry of Baylor Park for a total of 30 exhilarating miles.
More traditional sledding action is equally as fun with options at Sayre Park, South Canyon Sledding Hill and Four Mile Park Sledding Hill. Make sure to bring your own sleds, toboggans, tubes or preferred ways to get down the hills, with a big smile naturally! The best part of either type of sledding adventure? Knowing you can lounge in the therapy pool at Glenwood Hot Springs Resort, take a dip in the slightly cooler large pool, and maybe even catch snowflakes on your tongue for an extra measure of Colorado-ness.
3. Bike & Bathe
Biking season in the mountains does not end when the snow flies. Fat bikes—those bikes with huge tires that can span four inches or more—have allowed mountain bikers and anyone who likes to explore on two wheels to get out on snow-packed trails even when Jack Frost and Mother Nature have worked their magic. It’s an exhilarating sport that is similar to riding singletrack with the right gear and a bit of practice. Rentals are available at Sunlight Ski & Bike Shop in downtown Glenwood Springs, walkable from Glenwood Hot Springs Resort. Warm up before and after your ride with a soak in the hot springs pools, and take another kind of seat in the bubble chairs to enjoy a nice, soothing water massage.
4. Trails & Tonic
Pretty much anything that gets you out into nature or a bit out of your comfort zone is fair game to be called an adventure. Nordic skiing (also known as cross-country) and snowshoeing not only are great exercise and good for a wide range of ages, they are terrific ways to explore the area’s groomed and ungroomed trails. Check out Babbish Gulch at Sunlight Mountain Resort featuring more 29 kilometers of groomed trails that are clearly marked beginner, intermediate and advanced. Or go to Ironbridge Golf Course for additional groomed trails, and ask around for locals’ and outfitters’ favorite places to Nordic ski and snowshoe on ungroomed terrain. Rent skis and snowshoes at Summit Canyon Mountaineering or Sunlight Ski & Bike Shop, both located downtown, and check out a local coffee shop or grab lunch or breakfast while there!
No matter where you go, the true icing on the cake after cruising through the forests is an afternoon or evening (or both!) at Glenwood Hot Springs Pool. If you are really feeling adventurous and want a little boost, be sure to bring a bottle to sample the water in our historic drinking spring chock-full of 15 different minerals that each offer unique health benefits.
5. Fish & Float
Some might not expect fly fishing to be available during winter, but we’re here to confirm that catching rainbow and brown trout on Gold Medal water and floating in a different type of water (warm natural hot springs!) are at the heart of Glenwood Hot Springs Resort’s Fly Fishing Package. The package features a six-hour guided fishing trip with Hookers Fly Shop for one or two people (fly rods, flies and shuttling are included), overnight accommodations at Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge, unlimited access to the hot springs pool during hours of operation, and complimentary grab-and-go breakfast at the poolside Grill.
Whether an experience-seeking family or adventurers at heart, travelers can break out of their usual routines and create One Mother Nature of an itinerary by visiting www.hotspringspool.com or calling 970.945.6571.
About Glenwood Hot Springs Resort
For over 130 years, visitors coming to Glenwood Hot Springs Resort have created a strong family tradition that spans generations. As one of the oldest, and most iconic tourist attractions in Colorado, our historic Glenwood Springs setting is centrally located between renowned Aspen and Vail, Colorado and provides an atmosphere to share in life’s special moments—and for that we are honored and grateful. The mineral-rich water of the world’s largest hot springs pool soothes the soul, and this unique and historic destination includes a modern, comfortable Lodge, a poolside Grill offering satisfying favorites, a premier Athletic Club fitness facility, a boutique shop for retail therapy and all the necessities for an unforgettable hot springs pool vacation. Glenwood Hot Springs Resort is within walking distance to historic downtown Glenwood Springs. Take a stroll over the pedestrian bridge and take in scenic views of the surrounding mountains and majestic Colorado River to enjoy additional shopping, restaurants and nightlife.
