Desert Reef Hot Springs

Check before you go·Resort·Easy drive-up·Privately owned·Researched 14 Oct 2026

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96–108°F

Pool temperatures

Drive-up

Easy access

Paid

Fees apply

Desert Reef is a private, commercial, clothing-optional hot spring resort near Florence, Colorado. Its pools are fed by an artesian well about 1,096 feet deep. Entry is by paid reservation. Regular day soaking is adults only (18+), and suits are required on Fridays until 6:30pm. Single men or all-male groups reportedly need a female companion during clothing-optional hours.

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Clothing optionalCommon here, not official policy
Camping nearbyThe resort offers walk-in campsites by reservation near a creek. It also rents Airstreams and tiny houses, each with a small private hot spring pool.
Lodging
ModerateWeekdays are cheaper and quieter.
HoursGenerally 10am to 9:30pm. Closed Tuesdays except to overnight guests. Wednesday 10am to 4pm is for members and Splash Pass holders only. Hours may change, so check the official site.
Reservations required
FeesSoak passes were listed at about $25 on weekdays and $35 on weekends (2026). Each pass covers a 2.5 hour soak. A Splash Pass of about $135 bundles multiple soaks. Wednesday 10am to 4pm is for members and Splash Pass holders only.

Best time to go. Weekdays are cheaper and quieter. Weekends and holidays book out, so reserve ahead.

Access

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The Aspen Acres Fire (102,003 acres, 90% contained) is 17 km away. Roads and trails nearby may be closed.

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Checked 14 Oct · updated daily

From our research, 14 Oct 2026

The official site said it was temporarily closed for day soaks 10/19 to 11/10 and for overnight stays 10/1 to 11/15. The year was not stated, so confirm before visiting. No fire or road closures were found. Walk-in camping is a recent addition.

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The resort is at 1194 County Road 110 in Florence, east of Cañon City in Fremont County.
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It is reached by paved and county roads, and parking is on site.

Desert Reef Hot Springs (spring location)

38.3686, −105.0490 · nearest town Florence, CO

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