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HEALING WATERS…A TRAVEL DESTINATION FOR CENTURIES
THE SPRINGS RESORT & SPA…Pagosa Springs, Colorado
by Paula Miser
(Pagosa Springs, Colorado)
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Billowy steam rises each
morning from the banks of the San Juan River as it gently
flows through the heart of Pagosa Springs, Colorado---a 1
hour scenic drive east of Durango, CO. A comforting aura
surrounds visitors as they make their way to the 17
individually temperatured soaking pools terraced along the
river’s bank. The acoustics of the river and the serenity of
the travelers slipping into the warm, curative waters
generate an anticipation of relaxation, rejuvenation, and
reward.
This ancient ritual of a healing soak
is the foundation for the existence of this small but vibrant
mountain town at the base of Wolf Creek Pass. Pagosa means “healing
water” in the ancient Ute Indian language and the power of the
waters is legendary in Native American lore. The spring is the
world’s largest and deepest hot mineral spring.
While the first visitors to this
world-famous spring had to make their own soaking pools |
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travelers simply enter through the welcoming doors of The
Springs Resort Bathhouse and choose which of the 17
landscaped soaking pools meets their fancy. The
beautiful Mediterranean-style bathhouse welcomes soakers to
a uniquely configured, immaculately maintained facility,
offering changing rooms, thick towels and friendly
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The soaking pools are filled with the
constantly flowing, warm mineral-rich waters of the ancient
spring. Pool temperatures range from 83º -114º F. The
constant flow in and out of the pools provides for a
chemical-free, immaculate soaking experience. Each pool is
completely drained and scrubbed three times a week, adding
to the spotless reputation of this state-of-the-art
facility. The water flowing out of the pools creates streams
and waterfalls throughout the |
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property and even supplies
“Golden Pond”, the Koi fish pool, with warm mineral water
which the popular fish thrive in. The oft-photographed
sunken bridge across Golden Pond provides unique access to
“The Cliffs” pool which sits perched in the bank above the
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To add to the resort’s unforgettable
experience, The Healing Waters Salon & Spa offers body treatments,
such as Raindrop Therapy, hot stone massage, body wraps, spa facials
and the most experienced, well- trained massage therapists in the
Four Corners region. Spa pedicures and manicures are also a must.
Harmony Works Organic Juice Bar/Café, Juan’s Mountain Sports and
Astara Boutique tempt guests as they make their way through the
resort to the steamy, curative pools.
| Names like “Paradise”, “Tranquility”,
“Lobster Pot” and “Clouds In My Coffee”, lure soakers to the
individual pool that suits their soaking preference.
Abundant patio furnishings provide sitting areas among the
pools for picnicking, reading, or sun-napping. Two pools
actually mix directly with the cool mountain river water,
allowing for an icy plunge before moving on to a different
soaking experience. |
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The soaking pools are open to the
Public every day from 7AM -11PM (weekdays) and 1AM on weekends and
holidays.
The best option is to be a registered
guest of the Springs Resort Hotel and enjoy complimentary unlimited
24- hour access to the soaking pools. Recently featured in Sunset
Magazine and on The Travel Channel, the Springs Resort offers
Standard, Deluxe, and Grande Rooms (for larger groups), plus a newly
remodeled Rio Suite for that special romantic getaway. All rooms
offer plush-top mattresses, 2 luxurious spa robes and custom
designed furnishings. Deluxe and Suite accommodations include thick
Egyptian cotton toweling, high thread count linens and Welcome
Baskets with snacks for munching as you make your way from pools to
spa appointments.
An experience like no other….The
Springs Resort in Pagosa Springs, Colorado.
Spa, Golf, Adventure, Romance and Ski
Packages are all available by calling 1-800-225-0934.
A mineral content chart with healing
properties can be found at the resort’s website, along with on-line
hotel reservation capability. Also visit
www.PagosaHotSprings.com
for video and web-cam access.
For more information please visit:
The Springs Resort at
www.pagosahotsprings.com
or call 1-800-225-0934
Be sure to stop by our
Pagosa Springs area in the
Guidebook America U.S. Travel Directory |
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