Pools & Details Map

Great for:
Aqua Massages, Deep Relaxation

Features:

• Dedicated indoor pool for aqua massage treatments
• Warm geothermal water that supports the body during treatment
• Quiet, private setting designed for focused water therapy
• Buoyancy allows for supported movement and deeper release

Home to our aqua massage treatments, this indoor geothermal pool is designed for a different kind of time in the water. Your body is gently supported as the practitioner guides you through the treatment, allowing the warmth and buoyancy of the mineral water to help you soften, release tension and settle more fully into the experience.

Great for:
Deep Heat, Contrast Bathing, Evening Soaking

Features:

• Deep heat for experienced soakers and heat lovers

• Cold plunge just steps away for easy contrast bathing

• Inspired by the Lobster Pot, the hottest pool on the original side

• Built-in seating that encourages a slower, longer soak

For soakers who like to work with temperature, The Cauldron is the hot side of a natural contrast rhythm. Its deeper heat echoes the Lobster Pot, the hottest pool on the original side, while the nearby cold plunge makes it easy to move between warmth and cold. Stay in the heat long enough to feel your body settle, then cool down and begin again.

Great for:
Contrast Bathing, Cold Immersion

Features:

• True cold plunge for intentional cold immersion

• Positioned near hot pools for easy contrast bathing
• Ideal for moving between heat and cold as part of a soaking circuit

Great for:
Private Soaking, Post-treatment Connection

Features:

• Private geothermal soaking before or after your Serenity Suite treatment

• 30- or 60-minute options to extend your time in the water

• A quieter setting for slowing down together without distractions
• Designed to carry the treatment experience into a shared soak
• Just steps from the Serenity Suite for an easy transition from treatment to water

Connect is a private geothermal pool designed to extend the Serenity Suite Experience into the water. Soak before or after your treatment and give yourselves a little more time to settle, reconnect and stay with the feeling of the experience. With 30- or 60-minute options, the pace is yours to choose.

Great for:
Active, Fun

Features:

• Waterfall feature with warm and cool sides

• Fed by geothermal and river water

• Great for contrast therapy

This dynamic water feature offers a one-of-a-kind experience, where one side flows with soothing geothermal water while the other is fed by crisp, refreshing river water. The cascading falls create a revitalizing contrast, making it ideal for those who love switching between temperatures.

Great for:
Swimming laps, families.

Features:

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Great for:
Quiet, Fun

Features:

• Tucked under the trio, close to Cold Rush

• Cascading water features

• Quiet and hidden

This tucked-away pool offers a unique combination of warmth and tranquility, positioned just steps from the invigorating Cold Rush plunge. With gentle water features and a quiet atmosphere, it’s perfect for unwinding before or after a refreshing cold soak.

Great for:
Social, Spacious

Features:

• Large, open pool with river views

• A lively, social atmosphere

As the final stop in this tiered set of pools, this expansive soak is the go-to gathering place for guests looking to unwind and connect. With its prime riverfront location, it offers a welcoming atmosphere for relaxation and conversation.

Great for:
Solo Soaks, Couples

Features:

• Small and cozy

• Scenic river views

• A tucked-away couples’ retreat

This intimate pool offers a private and peaceful setting for solo relaxation or a quiet moment with someone special. Nestled by the river, it provides a soothing escape with a cozy atmosphere.

Great for:
Quiet, Secluded

Features:

• Hidden and intimate space for peaceful soaking

• Naturally shaded for a cooler experience

• Waterfall feature on the back wall enhances relaxation

A tucked-away gem, this quiet pool offers an intimate soaking experience with a gentle waterfall feature adding to its tranquility. Naturally shaded, it provides a serene space for those looking to escape and enjoy a peaceful, undisturbed soak.

Great for:
Quiet, Tranquility

Features:

• At the end of the Reflexology Walk

• Gentle water sounds

• A serene escape

Positioned at the farthest end of the river, this tranquil pool offers a deeply peaceful soaking experience. Subtle sounds of water enhance the meditative ambiance, making it ideal for quiet reflection.

Great for:
Quiet, Secluded

Features:

• Stunning river views

• Peaceful atmosphere

• Great for wildlife spotting

Perched along the river, this peaceful pool offers breathtaking views and a serene environment. A favorite for nature lovers, it provides an immersive experience.

Great for:
Quiet

Features:

• Small and intimate

• Waterfall feature

• Overlooks the river

Perched at the highest point of this tier, this small yet serene pool offers a peaceful retreat with stunning river views. The gentle waterfall enhances the tranquil atmosphere.

Great for:
Relaxation, Social

Features:

• Waterfall feature

• Next to Wellness Cabanas

A perfect blend of relaxation and connection, this pool offers a calming waterfall and easy access to cabanas. Great for a peaceful or social soak.

Great for:
Circulation, Relaxation

Features:

• Textured path stimulating reflexology points

This walking path uses textured surfaces to gently massage reflexology points in the feet. A unique wellness experience that enhances circulation and foot health.

Great for:
Quiet, Relaxation

Features:

• Indoor spa pool for a rejuvenating soak

• Non-geothermal water infused with oxygenating nanobubbles

• Designed for a refreshing and restorative experience

A revitalizing indoor retreat, Refresh provides a calm and peaceful environment for those looking to recharge. With oxygen-enriched water and a serene atmosphere, this pool offers a gentle, restorative soak perfect for unwinding and feeling renewed.

Great for:
Quiet, Relaxation

Features:

• Indoor spa pool for a tranquil retreat

• Gentle running waterfall enhances relaxation

• Non-geothermal water infused with oxygenating nanobubbles

A peaceful indoor escape, Relax offers a serene setting designed for unwinding. The soothing sound of the running waterfall, combined with oxygen-rich nano bubble-infused water, creates a refreshing and rejuvenating experience. Perfect for those seeking a quiet moment of relaxation within the spa.

Great for:
Quiet

Features:

• Gentle Cascade

• Secluded setting near the spa

Tucked near the spa, this tranquil pool offers a soothing escape. The cascade enhances the calming atmosphere for those seeking solitude.

Great for:
Social, Active

Features:

• Gentle Water Feature

• Open Space

This inviting pool blends peaceful soaking with a relaxed social vibe. The soft water movements and open design create a comfortable, engaging environment.

Great for:

Active, Social

Features:

• Large pool

• River views

• Lively vibe

A spacious pool perfect for families and friends. With river views and a vibrant social scene, it’s ideal for connecting and enjoying the warm water together.

Great for:

Scenic views, casual conversation

Features:

• Mid-tier perch with panoramic river views

• Balanced size—neither too small nor too crowded

• Ideal for quiet chats or peaceful soaking

Perfectly nestled between Over the Top and End of the Line, this centrally located pool offers the best of both worlds. Elevated for optimal views but just steps from the action, it’s a serene space to soak, sip, and take in the beauty of the San Juan River.

Great for:

Social, Fun

Features:

• Scenic views over Wellness Pools

• Spacious layout

Offering some of the best sunset views in the resort, this spacious pool is a favorite for families and friends to gather and unwind.

Great for:

Active, social

Features:

• Located next to 1881 Poolside Provisions
• Unique mineral feature in the center of the pool
• Great for those who enjoy a mix of fun and relaxation

Named after the natural mineral formations found in hot springs, this pool is a blend of history and relaxation. With a striking mineral feature in the center and easy access to nearby refreshments, it’s an ideal spot for social soaking while enjoying the healing waters.

Great for:

Quiet, Relaxation

Features:

• Indoor pool

• Nanobubbles

• Secluded corner

• A calming retreat tucked in a quiet corner, this pool offers oxygen-rich water and a peaceful space for a restorative soak.

Great for:

Cold Water Therapy

Features:

• Filtered river water

• Cold plunge experience

This crisp and refreshing plunge boosts circulation and recovery. Fed by filtered river water, it delivers the invigorating benefits of cold water therapy without entering the river.

Great for:

Relaxation, Active

Features:

• Outdoor geothermal pool

• Reserved for wellness activities

Designed for mindful movement, this pool supports guided classes like aqua yoga and breathwork. The geothermal waters create a relaxing environment for wellness and connection.

Great for:

Active, social

Features:

• Close to canteen
• Midway point between pools

Aspen’s the pool for you in the summer. It doesn’t hurt that it’s right in the middle next to the Canteen. Insider tip: it’s a good midway point between the VIP pools on the south and the pools on the north, so it’s a great spot to stop, recharge, and wind up before moving on to the rest of the pools, especially in the winter when it’s cold out and you need a soak to stay warm.

Great for:

Swimming laps, families.

Features:

• Large
• Tables and lounge chairs
• Fun for games

You know it’s summer and the kids are out of school when you start to hear the chants of “Marco Polo”. Sounds of laughter and kids playing are common in Blue Lagoon. Swim some laps in the morning or post up here for the day to hang out and play with other families. Parents may want to soak in the Dancing Waters above where the water’s a bit warmer than the large bottom pool.

Great for:

Quiet, spacious

Features:

• Deep
• Good for sunbathing
• Close to the grill

Boulder pool is located in the heart of our soaking area making it the perfect pool to dip into while hopping from pool to pool as you test out different temperatures. With Boulder pool you can meet soakers from near and far in this spacious pool. It is also Ideal for larger groups and socializing.

Great for:

Active, social

Features:

• Photo-worthy
• Close to Cafe
• Midway point between pools

One of everybody’s favorites with pronounced mineral colors. Soak up the views of the mountains in the background and dream about your day skiing or an adventurous day of hiking. Watch all the activity going on at the resort or the schools of koi goldfish swimming around in the pond below. Conveniently located right next to the Cafe, it’s a great place to grab a cup of coffee and start your day.

Great for:

Relaxation, quiet

Features:

• Designated quiet area
• Natural setting
• Natural shade

Named after the Colorado Columbine, the state flower, this nice little intimate pool is in one of the most quiet spots of the property. Tucked away in the corner in a natural setting under pine and aspen trees and surrounded by boulders. Listen to the river running and escape into solitude and capture your meditation moment.

Great for:

Active, fun

Features:

• Beautiful blue color
• Jacuzzi-style jets
• Ledges to sit on

Sometimes what you need is something familiar, and who doesn’t love a relaxing jet in their mineral hot springs pool? Just push the button for an instant Jacuzzi style soak, but with all the benefits of our healing waters.

Great for:

Solo soak, couples

Features:

• Next to the river
• Great place to watch river activity
• Cozy couples spot

Our smallest and most intimate pool, The Crick is right on the seat of the river. A great spot for kids to enjoy while their parents relax in the pool above. In the summer months, you get the added entertainment of enjoying watching hundreds of tubers floating by and kids playing in the river all day long, while you sit and soak it all in.

Great for:

Families, Loungers, Activity

Features:

• Next to largest pool, Blue Lagoon
• Great for kids
• Lots of tables and umbrellas

A quiet little pool, next to our famous Blue Lagoon where the sound of Marco Polo echo the sounds of laughter and children playing. Melt your muscles in this warmer pool while enjoying ample space to stretch and relax next to the Blue Lagoon.

Great for:

Active, social

Features:

• The hottest pool
• Next to the river
• Complement with a cold plunge dip

For a little Scandinavian spa experience, alternate from soothing hot and invigorating cold to tap into even deeper relaxation. At the Lobster Pot, you’re right next to the river, making the perfect spot to plan a cold plunge. After an icy dip, an immersion in the Lobster Pot will recharge your aura and invigorate your soul (usually a steamy 112 degrees). There’s something powerful about enjoying a hot soak in this natural setting, while the invigorating snow fed river rushes by.

Great for:

Solo soak or couples

Features:

• Next to the river
• Great place for river activity
• Hot spring run-offs

When you need a minute of solitude, this tiny soaking pool is perfect for your “Moment of Zen.” Located right next to the beautiful San Juan River just below the Venetian. Balance your mood like the balancing river rocks, or cairns, often stacked along the nearby river bed. Or try your hand at building your own.

Great for:

Quiet, couple or one family

Features:

• Interesting mineral features
• Great view
• Secluded cove

A quiet little pool, next to our famous geothermal mineral cone. Melt your muscles next to one-of-a-kind mineral features while enjoying the spectacular view that overlooks the rest of the pools and the San Juan River.

Great for:

Active, social

Features:

• Next to the river
• Close to canteen
• Lounge chairs close by

The river comes right up to the ledges of Paradise, so for a few weeks every year, you’re looking out to the river water. For those who want to stimulate their senses there steps into the river just feet away. A favourite of guests looking to put a little happy into their hours, since it’s conveniently located steps from The Canteen. Get your daiquiri, glass of wine, or smoothies for the kids without wasting any soaking time.

Great for:

Active, fun

Features:

• Perched view
• Wall of minerals
• High above the river

Everybody has their favorites… and this is one of them. Cascading wall of minerals, beautiful run-off over the top, infinity pool style ledge overlooking the river. A great place to relax, yes. But this turns into a fun little spot when the rafters and tubers come down the river and bank off the wall of the pool. Watch them float by or cheer them on. It’s your soak.

Great for:

Large

Features:

• Large waterfall
• Rock features
• Connects to the river

When we say connected to the water, we mean connected to the water. When the river run-off is at its highest, you can reach right over the ledge of Serendipity and dip your arm into the river running by you. A large pool with highly mineralized water that’s always a beautiful blue, a soothing soak in Serendipity may be one of the best discoveries of your day. Between the river on one side and the waterfall and natural mineral rock formations on the other, this is truly an unforgettable setting.

Great for:

Active, fun

Features:

• Beautiful blue color
• Umbrella
• Secluded

Secluded and spacious pool in our Relaxation Terrace area, perfect for a quiet but very hot soak.
With temperatures typically reaching 110°F, it truly lives up to its name, Summer Breeze.

Great for:

Quiet, sunset views

Features:

• Spacious
• Great view
• Good for socializing

A more spacious beauty that makes for spectacular evenings, especially during winter sunsets when our Golden Pond reflects the ebbing daylight. Retreat in the back or connect with locals while they share stories about their day in this local favorite pool.

Great for:

Active, umbrellas/shade

Features:

• River mud
• Contrast bathing
• Bubbling from natural fissures

Here’s a fun fact about this one: the Burg’s temperature can vary significantly throughout the year. Geothermal water oozes directly from the riverbed of this pool. It’s also chock full of benefits and features like the natural fissures that give it an effervescence and the river mud you can rub on your skin for exfoliation. You can also go back and forth with the cold plunges as it also connects to the San Juan river. A great pool for happy hour, a little apres ski, or reminiscing about exploring the National Forest .

Great for:

Quiet, families

Features:

• Secluded mineral wall
• Great view
• Nice run-offs

Tucked away at the back end of the bridge against a cliff in a nice protected spot. If you’re lucky, you’ll have the area to yourself where you can soak in the quiet as you rejuvenate your muscles. Enjoy the hot cascading springs or move away from the flow and relax on the infinity ledge. Also a noted entertaining spot in the evenings where you can watch people splashing as they walk across our iconic bridge.

Great for:

Cold Water Therapy

Features:

• Waterfall
• Rock features
• Connects to the river

The newest addition to our hot springs experience isn’t hot at all. In fact, it’s the exact opposite. With our cold plunge pool, you can combine the benefits of soaking in hot mineral water pools with the physical and mental benefits of cold water therapy. While it may seem new, Contrast Bathing has been practiced for centuries. It’s also one of the pillars of the hot springs culture, which alternate between exposure to hot, cold, and rest. The perfect complement to the crisp contrasts we already embrace—the cool water of the San Juan River and the chilly mountain air are an invigorating contrast to our hot therapeutic mineral pools.

Great for:

Active, fun

Features:

• Large waterfall
• Secluded location
• Spacious

Start your day by taking a dip in Top ‘o the Mornin’ and let the amazing waterfall melt your sore muscles. Enjoy a moment-of-peace in this secluded pool and local favorite. Plan your next Pagosa adventure while you stretch out in this spacious pool.

Great for:

Quiet, spacious

Features:

• Ledge for lounging
• Umbrella
• Access to amenities

A gem that’s perfect for sunbathing with a beautiful ledge ideal for lounging. Nourishment is near with The Canteen and Barefoot Grill just a steps away. Unwinding is easy in this big spacious hot springs pool.

Great for:

Quiet, hanging out

Features:

• Beautiful blue color
• Bench seating
• Waterfall

Located in a more relaxed area, the Treasure Pool is often a striking blue colour. Treasure pool’s proximity to the river makes it a desirable pool for those who enjoy contrast water bathing in the refreshing San Juan river.

Great for:

Active, fun

Features:

• Tucked in the corner
• Unique views
• Quiet escape

Located right next to a town footbridge, soakers revel in the juxtaposition of downtown hot spring soaking and everyday activities. Watch people walking by all wrapped up in their snow gear or jogging on the walking path while you enjoy moments of wellness and rejuvenation. Another Springs favorite, Twilight makes for an entertaining afternoon of watching people go down the river on tubes and kayaks, and maybe even placing bets on whether or not they’ll take a spill on the large rapid. Or daydream while watching the fly fishermen and locals playing in the river underneath the bridge.

Great for:

Small, kids

Features:

• Next to the river
• Great place to watch river activity
• Beautiful sunsets

The pool that was made for sunsets. Directly overlooking the river and next to the Cold Plunge the Venetian is another option for cold water therapy. Enjoy a morning soak and watch Osprey hunt above the river or the ducks splash in the pond. It is a magical pool surrounded by natural beauty, with mountains to the east and the river to the east.

Great for:

Active, relaxation

Features:

• Running waterfall
• Soothing water sounds
• Water feature massage

One of only a handful of pools that have an active waterfall, here you can sit back, relax underneath the falling water, and let it massage your shoulders and your upper body while you’re soaking. It’s also great for the view. Soak and gaze over the edge at the river and let your mind wander.