Ouray Hot Springs Pool and Fitness Center

About

The Ouray Hot Springs Pool and Fitness Center is a developed geothermal facility located at the north end of town on US 550, serving as a primary destination for relaxation rather than a trailhead itself. The site features five distinct outdoor pools with naturally heated, sulfur-free mineral water sourced from Box Canyon. Temperatures range from 74°F in the lap pool to 106°F in the Overlook Pool. The facility includes a waterslide, rock climbing wall, sand volleyball court, and a fitness center. It is open year-round, with specific amenities like the Activity Pool and waterslide operating seasonally during summer months. The location is pet-friendly and offers on-site parking. While the surrounding Ouray area provides moderate hiking trails starting from the town center, the pool itself is a destination for soaking and recreation, often visited after hiking or ice climbing in the nearby San Juan Mountains.