We heard there are several hot springs near Ridgway and Oaray, so we set out to check them out! The road from Montrose heading into Ridgway is amazing; looks like you're driving into the Swiss Alps.
We passed right by Orvis Hot Springs in Ridgway, because we'd heard there were hot springs in Ouray which are in a cave - sounds really neat - so we headed that way. From Ridgway to Ouray south on the 50 Hwy
- WOW!
- WOW!Approaching Ouray, we were very surprised to see dark red rock all along the canyon; looked like Capitol Reef.
Then we checked out the Wiesbaden Hot Springs but the pool in the cave was kept at 108, which is a bit hot, so we passed on this one also. Looks like a really cool place though! Check out the cave HERE
So back to Ridgway we headed, and so glad we did! The Orvis Hot Springs just outside Ridgway were fantastic; we spent about 4 hours there and enjoyed every minute! There were seven different pools; we relaxed most of the time in The Pond, but also enjoyed the Lobster Pot (at 108 - 110, could only handle it for a few minutes)! The landscaping, flowers, trees, flagstone walkways throughout, and incredible views up to "The Alps" were all spectacular. It was a fantastic place to relax, and both of us felt completely rejuvenated - all aches and pains are gone! They also had a large kitchen for your use, and free coffee, tea and cocoa, showers, massage yurts, a sauna, and 6 rooms available. Yeah, I could live here.
We loved it so much we are talking about coming back to this area (perhaps Ridgway State Park) for a couple weeks to enjoy these springs some more. Unfortunately, there were no cameras allowed (because the pools are "clothing optional") so all I have is the photo of their sign. Their website does not do this place justice - it is incredibly beautiful. Check out Orvis Hot Springs HERE
We'll be back - could spend a whole summer here, with Telluride, Silverton, and Durango all awaiting our exploration.
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