COME TO LIFE Romantic Getaways Few things are as romantic as spending a day relaxing in the steaming waters at Durango Hot Springs . Sip rosé with your sweetheart as you settle into one of 32 natural hot springs. Spend some time just the two of you by reserving one of the small ofuro-style soaking tubs, where you can lounge together and set the temperature to your precise preference. Add a couples’ hot-stone massage and unwind next to each other as the smooth, heated rocks infuse your skin with therapeutic essential oils and boost circulation. At The Springs Resort in Pagosa Springs, romance flows as naturally as the water. Snuggle up next to your partner in the warm, terraced lagoons surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the San Juan range. The resort boasts the world’s deepest geothermal spring, where the bottom has yet to be discovered. And their 25 soaking pools, each with its own unique character and mineral profile, provide a peaceful setting for connection. For a more intimate experience, reserve a private tub for a quiet, moonlit evening, best paired with a cool cocktail from the canteen. An upcoming expansion will add 20 new pools, a geothermal spa, a greenhouse and a greenhouse-to-table restaurant. Breathtaking Views If gorgeous scenery is your primary criterion, several hot springs offer views as captivating as the baths themselves. Orvis Hot Springs in Ridgway is a secluded, clothing-optional oasis of pools tucked in a narrow valley, offering unrivaled vistas of the majestic 14,150-foot Mount Sneffels. Sink your feet into the warm waters, feel the pebbles beneath your toes and lean back to gaze at the craggy, natural amphitheater that surrounds you. Somehow the sights become even more spectacular when the sun sets and the Milky Way pours across the pitch-black sky. Spy on ancient peaks and sun-scorched desert plains dotted with sagebrush at Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa in Moffat. Nestled at the northern edge of the Mystic San Luis Valley, the resort’s tiled pools invite hours of indulgent soaking at varying temperatures. And as you steep, you can treat your eyes to the stunning scenery of the Sangre de Cristo summits, where fiery sunsets paint the sky and cast a golden glow over the valley landscape. Off-Peak Visits Want more pools to yourself? Plan to visit on a weekday for a more private experience. The Springs Resort in Pagosa Springs ANDREW MAGUIRE Get a guide to the state’s 30 hot springs on Colorado.com . 88 1-800-COLORADO
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