Springtime at Iron Mountain Hot Springs

Spring is a fresh start; it’s always surprising and overflowing with possibilities. It’s also one of the best times of the year for riverside relaxation at Iron Mountain Hot Springs. Find out all the reasons we’re addicted to springtime vibes.

Every season has its own highlights, but of the four, spring tops our list for visiting Iron Mountain Hot Springs. Verdant, moody, and indecisive, it keeps us on our toes but always captures our hearts. When it comes to spring, these are a few of our favorite things:

A slower pace. Technically, a shoulder season, spring is the calm inhale before Memorial Day, the unofficial start to the summer season. Between now and then, the kids are still in school, and there are fewer visitors overall. That means the pace is a little slower, the vibe is more laidback, and you can settle into the simple joy of moving from pool to pool. There are 35 pools in all, each one a slightly different temperature and offering its own perspective on the river and mountain panoramas.

Choose Your Experience. Iron Mountain pricing allows you to enjoy the waters your way. Our Premier Access pass includes admission to the entire property—the 21+ WorldSpring waters, the newly opened Sauna Summit, two cold plunges, two mineral-intensive pools, as well as access to all the original Geothermal Hot Springs. Guests also have the option to purchase Select Access passes for the original springs area only. With 16 geothermal soaking pools, a Family Zone with a freshwater pool, a cold plunge, and a fire pit, it’s the ideal spot for parents and children to unwind together.

Baby birds. Spring is baby time! Waterfowl abound at Iron Mountain Hot Springs. They like the river views just as much as any of us. We guarantee you’ll be delighted to see a mama mallard and her retinue of fuzzy ducklings queuing up to waddle around the campus or wade into the river. In addition to ducks of all varieties, you might spot eaglets, bald-headed vulture chicks, and even—on rare occasions—a cygnet gliding alongside her long-necked swan mom. It’s these kinds of quiet, unscripted moments that pair perfectly with a long soak.

River rats return. Don’t worry—we look forward to the return of these lively river regulars every year. “River rats” is a term of endearment for those who like to play on the water—anglers, rafters, and paddle-boarders. They can’t get enough of it, and for those soaking in the pools along the terraced banks, they add a bit of local color to the experience. One minute you’re watching the steam rise off the water, the next you’re waving at a crew of rafters floating by.

Moody days. Spring is notoriously unpredictable, and that’s exactly what we love about it. Every day is different, and every day is a great day to soak, no matter what kind of mood Mother Nature is in. Mornings are especially beautiful—low-lying clouds hugging Red Mountain, steam rising from the pools permeated by a quiet calm before the day gets going. And when those quick mountain storms roll in? There’s no need to retreat. Just sink a little deeper into the warm mineral water or make your way up to Sauna Summit, featuring the resort’s five new globally-inspired saunas.The contrast of heat and cool air feels especially invigorating in spring’s shifting weather.

Lounging in sunshine. Most days, however, spring leans into its brighter side—sunny, warm, and just right for lingering a little longer than planned. This is the season for claiming a lounger, closing your eyes, and letting the combination of fresh air and mineral water do its thing. It’s also the perfect excuse to ease into an unhurried afternoon with a light bite and drink from the Sopris Café or the Sandbar Café.

Spring Into Iron Mountain Hot Springs

Spring days won’t last long, enjoy this budding, but fleeting season now. Learn more and make reservations to visit Iron Mountain Hot Springs today!