For my mother’s birthday, I took a day off from my 9-5 so I could spend the day with her and my dad doing whatever she wanted to do. One of her and my dad’s favorite place to go and relax is at a hot spring just 22 miles outside of Poncha Springs in Moffat, Colorado.
Joyful Journey Hot Spring Spa is a delightful little 3-pool hot spring that sits not far from the base of the Sangre de Cristos. If you travel just a little bit past this tiny oasis, you’ll even hit the Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve.
The location is absolutely stunning. Each pool is covered with a canopy to provide shade but also gives you panoramic views of the beauties of the San Luis Valley.
So, for me, I am a big fan of the Sangre de Cristo mountains. They are my favorite mountain range in Colorado. Any reason for me to sit and marvel at the majesty of those peaks is good enough for me. During this little mini-adventure with my mom and dad, you could still see the mountain tops white with snow. And yet, it was still sunny and warm outside.
That weather is a true favorite for me, and now I can add Joyful Journey hot spring spa to my list of favorites as well.
If you’re wondering what you can expect from Joyful Journey hot spring spa, continue reading to learn how you can prepare for your trip, whether your destination is purposeful or you’re just driving through.
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About the Pools
There are three main pools to choose from onsite filled with a variety of minerals that are beneficial to the body’s overall health. Lucky for you, the hot springs are not treated with chlorine or other chemicals commonly used in pools. Rather, the pools are drained and cleaned each evening.
Each pool sits at different temperatures. The ‘coldest’ pool will be a 98-degree temperature. The second warmest pool, or the tower pool, comes in at 104 degrees. The hottest pool comes in around 108 degrees, a perfect pool for those with joint pain and arthritis.
As for the mineral offerings, guests will experience minerals like arsenic, calcium, magnesium, iron, and more. To see their full list of minerals, go here.
Accommodations
Onsite, there are beautiful lodges that promise private bathrooms, decks with an incredible view, and Aspen furniture giving you the comfort of resorts.
If you want to get the live-off-grid feeling, Joyful Journey offers Tipis and Yurts to stay in while you enjoy the hot spring. The yurts are fully-furnished and heated, while the tipis provide cots and mats for your comfort.
Along with these, there are also RV and campsites for those who prefer camping life. Joyful Journey hot spring spa provides a variety of lodging to accommodate any and all who choose to soak in their pools.
See the lodging accommodations or reserve a room here.
Pool Prices
In comparison to a lot of other hot springs pools, Joyful Journey is relatively inexpensive. You can enjoy the three pools for the whole day and get incredible pricing on your day pass. Pricing is as follows:
- Adults — $15
- Children ages 5-14 — $12
- Seniors 65 and over — $12
- 6-Soak Punch Passes — $70
- 10-Soak Punch Passes — $110
- 6-Month Pass (Single) — $295
- 6-Month Pass (Double) — $495
- Annual Pass (Single) — $500
- Annual Pass (Double) — $850
- Suit or Towel Rental — $2, Robe Rental — $3
Should you choose to go on your birthday, you get your day pass to the pool for free. All the more reason to visit on your birthday.
Spa Services
To bring the relaxation full circle, Joyful Journey hot spring also offers a variety of spa services. They have regular spa specials and packages depending on the type of relaxation you’re looking for.
The offer facials, deep tissue massage, reflexology, body scrub therapy, and in-room massage for people staying with Joyful Journey. Massage therapies start at $50 and go up depending on the length and need for spa treatments.
Facials start at $59 and go up.
To plan your relaxation, go to their spa menu.
A Location Perfect for Groups
Joyful Journey hot spring spa is also a great place for a conference, yoga retreat, family reunion, wedding, and a bunch more. Their facilities can accommodate up to 100 people in a theater style setting, making this a perfect place for a small conference or a small wedding.
Activities and Events
And as if they didn’t already have so much to offer, Joyful Journey hot spring spa also generates events and activities for guests to enjoy when they come to visit.
Experience yoga from visiting instructors, healing sessions, dancing, hiking and more. Whatever it may be, this will be the relaxing retreat you’ve been looking for.
Oh! And also remember, they have $10 Tuesdays. Instead of the normal $ 15-da? pass rate, they offer $10 to anyone who would like to soak through the day at Joyful Journey hot spring spa.
The Grow Dome
Although I didn’t actually go in to see the grow dome, I hear it is truly wonderful inside and rejuvenating to walk through. If you have the chance, and if it is open, take a stroll through and connect with nature.
To see what the grow dome looks like inside, catch the video below!
If you have been to Joyful Journey hot spring spa, leave us your comments! What was your favorite part about your trip?
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