Area with five pools to be unveiled in late May
Glenwood Springs, Colorado (April 15, 2024) – Glenwood Hot Springs Resort launched with great fanfare on July 4, 1888 and is expanding its rich legacy by unveiling the new Yampah Mineral Baths in late May. Located on the east end of the world’s largest hot springs pool, the new area is designed with adults in mind and features five spacious new pools, a shade pergola, and an outdoor lounging area with a hearth. The pools will be available to all ages until late in the day when it transitions to adults only.
The five pools of varying temperatures are part of an innovative design that includes picturesque waterfalls, infinity edges, and a natural stone grotto. Just like the resort’s historic Grand Pool and recently renovated Therapy Pool, the natural geothermal water for Yampah Mineral Baths pools flows in from the on-site Yampah Source Spring and has 15 naturally occurring minerals that soothe mind, body and spirit.
The Ute people were some of the earliest discoverers of this therapeutic hot spring and named it Yampah, meaning “big medicine.” Yampah Source Spring and the resort’s drinking spring are both located within the Yampah Mineral Baths area and have been enhanced with landscaping and signage that tells the story of this heritage property.
“Yampah Mineral Baths is geared toward adults seeking a peaceful and mediative experience in hot springs pools that are carefully placed and thoughtfully designed to be large enough for spreading out and relaxing. As you dip in and out of the warm and cold-plunge pools, the lounging area provides a place for respite surrounded by mountain beauty,” says Kevin Flohr, president and CEO of Glenwood Hot Springs Resort. “It’s also fun to see the actual Yampah Source Spring that supplies our pools with geothermal waters and the drinking spring.”
There is no extra cost to enjoy Yampah Mineral Baths, as pool admission and overnight stays at the resort’s lodge includes all pools. No reservations are needed, and guests can come and go as they please throughout the day.
A Range of Temperatures
Yampah Source Spring provides Glenwood Hot Springs Resort with a continuous flow of 122°F mineral-laden water at the rate of 3.5 million gallons of water per day. The Therapy Pool is kept at blissful 104°F for soaking while the Grand Pool is 90° to 93°F, perfect for playing, swimming laps, diving, floating and communing with friends.
The Yampah Mineral Baths pools range in temperature from 52° to °60F in the Inhale cold plunge pool to 100° to 104°F in the warmer Cascade Waters. Here is a brief overview of the five pools.
Cascade Waters – Soothe the senses and still your mind with the natural sounds of a waterfall. Natural hot springs water is known to moderate blood flow, ease stress and anxiety, and induce a state of relaxation. 100° to 104°F
Sacred Waters – Discover a sense of calm and tranquility with uninterrupted views of the mountains by day and the stars by night. This infinity-edge pool has an expansive view that encourages feelings of harmony and well-being. 97° to 102°F
Falling Waters – Stand beneath the waterfalls in the grotto for a natural massage on shoulders, neck and back or simply enjoy the sound for an overall sense of peace. 95° to 100°F
Inhale – Dare to experience the dramatic effects of cold-water therapy proven to help with inflammation, stress, mind clarity, muscle recovery, circulation and nervous system regulation. 52° to °60F
Exhale – Try this less extreme cold-contrast bath to help speed recovery after an injury, ease joint and muscle pain, and increase focus and energy levels. Exhale provides a nice transition when going to the warm baths after taking a dip in Inhale. 75° to °80F
Enhancing Guest Experiences
Yampah Mineral Baths is the third phase of a multiyear plan that introduces new features, implements improvements, and continues good stewardship of the iconic Colorado attraction. Sopris Splash Zone opened on the west end in 2019 and features Shoshone Chutes whitewater river tube ride, a splash pad that turns into the lighted Grand Fountain at night, and a pool geared toward younger kids with three smaller slides, Hanging Lake waterfalls, water features and more. Phase two wrapped up in 2022 and included major upgrades to the Therapy Pool and all changing rooms. The fourth phase will be announced later this year.
Visit www.hotspringspool.com for more information about the resort, which also includes a 107-room lodge, full-service athletic club, shop, and poolside grill and snack bar. The pool is open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. year-round. No reservations are needed, and guests can come and go as they please throughout the day. A day or annual pool pass includes use of all pools and Sopris Splash Zone.
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Kimberly Marcum, Resort Sales Manager
Glenwood Hot Springs Resort, 970.945.3324, [email protected]
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