Colorado River Headwaters Byway
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO
Enjoy the hot relaxing mineral pools at Hot Sulphur Springs. The Ute Indians used these pools to ease rheumatism and arthritis, as well as treat sick horses. The area around these mineral springs was build into a resort town and trainloads of people visited the area. Today visitors may enjoy many activities in the surrounding area. Fishing and rafting are available on the nearby Colorado River. Hiking and biking are also popular activities. In the winter, cross-country skiing, skiing, and snowmobiling are available.
Photo Credits
- Public domain. Photo by Sally DiSciullo, courtesy of Purely Grand Photo Contest

