Cottonwood Hot Springs
Buena Vista, Colorado, États-Unis d'Amérique
- Location
- Buena Vista, Colorado, États-Unis d'Amérique
- Water type
- sulfurous
- Temperature
- 42 °C
- pH
- 6.5
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Bio-active
LowHigh
Rich in active gases or metals — a strong mineral character.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
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Cottonwood Hot Springs is located near Buena Vista, in the Colorado Rockies. The sulfurous, slightly acidic water (pH 6.5) reaches around 42 °C (108 °F). The site offers an indoor bath, a rotenburo-style outdoor bath, a sauna and massage.
Insider tip — Cottonwood Hot Springs sits at 8,700 feet elevation in the Arkansas River Valley near Buena Vista, drawing sulfurous geothermal waters from beneath the Collegiate Peaks. The rustic resort dates to the 1880s silver mining era, and its historic stone tubs and wooden cabins retain an authentic frontier atmosphere. At this altitude the mineral pools offer dramatic views of 14,000-foot peaks including Mount Yale and Mount Princeton. The sulfurous waters are especially restorative after hiking or mountain biking in the surrounding San Isabel National Forest.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 42 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features sulfurous water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Toute l'année (idéal automne-hiver).