Mineral Hot Springs
Hot spring resort near Villa Grove, Colorado
- Resort
Quick facts
- Type
- Hot spring resort
- Water
- 98°F to 108°F
- Cost
- Adults, $18
- Hours
- 9:30 AM – 9:50 PM Sunday – Wednesday; 9:30 AM – 8 PM Thursday – Saturday
- Season
- open in all seasons
- Camping
- Yes
- Lodging on site
- Yes
- Pets
- Yes
- Pools
- 3
Facts last verified Nov 4, 2026 · Sources below
Mineral Hot Springs in Colorado is a public hot spring resort, also known as Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa. Adult admission costs $18, so the basic entry cost is clear before arrival.
Natural thermal water supplies the pools, and the resort is currently open. The springs are near Villa Grove, providing a base for a soak, an overnight stay, or camping at the property.
Pools and thermal water at Mineral Hot Springs
The resort has 3 pools, with water temperatures from 98°F to 108°F. Its source temperature is 140°F, and the water contains sodium bicarbonate along with boron, calcium, lithium, and magnesium.
Hot water rises from travertine springs at 120°F to 145°F before it is tempered for the pools. Before the 1860s, local Capote and Mohuache bands of Ute people used these springs.
How to get to Mineral Hot Springs
The resort is on Highway 17 about a mile south of its junction with U.S. 285, about 6 miles south of Villa Grove, Colorado. Pueblo is the nearest city at 72 miles, while Villa Grove is the nearest town.
For other soaking options, Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort is 41 miles away and Charlotte Hot Springs & Botanical Gardens is 47 miles away. Manitou Mineral Springs, a wild spring, is 72 miles away; Pagosa Hot Spring is a resort 87 miles away; and Penny Hot Springs is a public pool 101 miles away.
Hours and seasonal access
The springs are open in all seasons. Hours are 9:30 AM – 9:50 PM Sunday – Wednesday; 9:30 AM – 8 PM Thursday – Saturday.
Closing time changes by day, so an arrival plan should account for the earlier 8 PM close from Thursday through Saturday. The longer Sunday through Wednesday schedule can suit visitors who want more evening time at the pools.
Camping, lodging and pets at the resort
Camping and onsite lodging are both offered, and pets are allowed. Accommodation choices include hotel rooms, tipis, yurts, and RV and camp sites, allowing visitors to select between indoor lodging and camping.
Amenities also include a dry sauna and a cold shower. These options make it practical to plan a day visit around the pools or arrange a stay at the same property.
Planning a quieter pool visit
The facility includes a designated quiet pool called The View Pool. Visitors looking for a quieter setting can make that pool part of their time at the resort.
Each pool is drained and cleaned nightly, while the jacuzzi hot tubs are cleaned weekly. Planning around the posted hours helps leave time for the pools and any additional amenities during a visit.
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Mineral Hot Springs FAQ
How much does Mineral Hot Springs cost?
Adults, $18.
What are the hours at Mineral Hot Springs?
9:30 AM – 9:50 PM Sunday – Wednesday; 9:30 AM – 8 PM Thursday – Saturday.
Is Mineral Hot Springs open year-round?
Yes. The resort is open in all seasons.
How hot is the water at Mineral Hot Springs?
98°F to 108°F in the pools. The source temperature is 140°F.
Can you camp at Mineral Hot Springs?
Yes. Camping is offered, along with RV and camp sites, hotel rooms, tipis, and yurts.
Are dogs allowed at Mineral Hot Springs?
Yes. Pets are allowed.
What hot springs are near Villa Grove?
Mount Princeton Hot Springs Resort is 41 miles away, and Charlotte Hot Springs & Botanical Gardens is 47 miles away. Manitou Mineral Springs is 72 miles away, Pagosa Hot Spring is 87 miles away, and Penny Hot Springs is 101 miles away.
Sources
- PHONE SERVICE UPDATE: Our phone system is temporarily unavailable. Please contact us by email or through our website while we work to restore service. We apologize for the inconvenience. joyfuljourneyhotsprings.com, checked Nov 4, 2026
- FAQ joyfuljourneyhotsprings.com, checked Nov 4, 2026
- Pools joyfuljourneyhotsprings.com, checked Nov 4, 2026
- Mineral Hot Springs (Colorado) - Wikipedia en.wikipedia.org, checked Nov 4, 2026
Facts last verified Nov 4, 2026.