Natural swimming hole
Mount Princeton creekside hot springs
Spring · Colorado
Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
Natural hot pools on Chalk Creek below Mount Princeton, free and separate from the resort upstream. The creekside setting is lovely, with the Collegiate Peaks towering above. Soak for free where the hot seeps meet the cold creek.
Good to know
| Water type | Spring |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 103 |
| Depth | creekside pools |
| Best season | June-October |
| Fees | Free |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | always open |
| Parking | Roadside; short walk |
| County | Chaffee County |
| Nearest town | Buena Vista |
| Safety notes | Undeveloped; creek current; no lifeguard |
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Frequently asked questions
Can you swim in Mount Princeton creekside hot springs?
Yes — Mount Princeton creekside hot springs is listed as a natural swimming spot in Colorado. Reported water temperature: 103. Heads-up: Undeveloped; creek current; no lifeguard. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — verify conditions locally before you go.
Does Mount Princeton creekside hot springs require reservations?
No reservations are required at Mount Princeton creekside hot springs based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Mount Princeton creekside hot springs?
Reported fee info: Free. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Mount Princeton creekside hot springs?
The best season is typically June-October.