As you ease into the earth-heated water, it’s hard not to feel like the mountains are giving you a close, cozy hug.
That’s what I thought as I slid into the hottest pool in the thermal caves at Indian Hot Springs. The water was 112 degrees Fahrenheit and I didn’t last long before climbing back out into the steamy, underground air.
After a few more dips, I retreated upstairs to the lush community pool to float and soak some more. Outside, it snowed and snowed and the traffic was thick on Interstate 70, but I had escaped, at least for a little while.
There’s no such thing as a bad hot spring in the winter, and Colorado is blessed with many options, near and far. There are a few that stand out as more accessible and deserve mention. Here are my top five:
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