THE SPRINGS RESORT in PAGOSA SPRINGS, COLORADO

‘THE SPRINGS RESORT’ in PAGOSA SPRINGS, COLORADO
HEALING WATERS… AND…. HIGH ALTITUDE GOLF!
by Paula Miser

(Pagosa Springs, Colorado)

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 60 minute scenic drive east of Durango. A comforting aura surrounds visitors as they make their way to the 17 individually temperatured soaking pools terraced along the river’s banks. 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. Add 27 holes of Championship mountain and Scottish links golf and you have one of the most unique recreational experiences available in the State.

Imagine playing a round of golf at 7700 feet of elevation (where upwards of 20% more ball flight is possible in the thin mountain air) and then relaxing and preparing for the next day’s round while soaking in 17 individual “naturally hot therapeutic mineral water” pools terracing along the banks of the San Juan River.

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 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 in the bank of the river, today’s travelers simply enter through the welcoming doors of The Springs Resort bathhouse and choose which landscaped soaking pool meets their fancy.

The Mediterranean-style bathhouse welcomes soakers to a uniquely configured, immaculately maintained facility, providing changing rooms, thick towels, spa robes and friendly attendants.

The soaking pools are filled with the constantly flowing, warm mineral-rich waters of the ancient spring. This 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 flowing water out of the pools provides streams and waterfalls throughout the property and even supplies “Golden Pond”, the Koi fish pool with warm (approximately 86º F.) mineral water which the popular fish thrive on. The oft-photographed sunken bridge across Golden Pond provides unique access to “The Cliffs” pool which sits perched in the bank above the pond.

To add to the resort’s unforgettable experience, massage therapy, body treatments, an organic juice bar/cafe, hair/nail/skin salon, and retail shops tempt guests as they make their way to the steamy, curative pools. Names like “Paradise”, “Tranquility”, and “Lobster Pot” 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 an icy plunge before moving on to a different soaking experience.

The Springs Resort offers the best golf package around, including 18 holes, cart, new extra long golf tees, resort accommodations, unlimited hot springs access, and a special welcome golf gift. Non-golfers can save on lodging and soak free when accompanying a golfer on a package.

Pampering massages and body treatments, spa manicures and pedicures, hair styling, and facials are all available at the Healing Waters Spa & Salon. Other recreational opportunities abound from hiking, rafting, history and archeological tours, narrow gauge trains, theatres, galleries and shopping.

Book your golf package on-line at www.pagosahotsprings.com, and click on the golf course icon under golf packages and book your tee time on-line too. Or call 1-800-225-0934 and ask for the Springs and Swings Golf Package.

For more information please visit:
The Springs Resort at www.pagosahotsprings.com
or call 1-800-225-0934

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