Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust)
Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust) is a semi_developed thermal soaking spring located in Saguache County, Colorado Hot Springs near Villa Grove. Average water soak temperature is 102°F with a geothermal source temperature of 107°F. Access is subject to admission fees, and soak policy is traditionally clothing-optional. Explore nearby springs with our GPS Springs Near Me Finder.
Fact Sheet & Geothermal Specifications
| Average Soak Temp | 102°F |
| Geothermal Source Temp | 107°F |
| Hiking Distance | 0.3 miles (easy) |
| Access Fee | Paid / Resort Fees |
| Clothing Policy | Clothing Optional |
| Pet Policy | No Pets Allowed |
| Geothermal Data Citation | USGS Geothermal Data Portal |
| Public Land Management | Colorado BLM Public Land Office |
Detailed Description
Ecological non-profit sanctuary featuring natural rock-lined soaking pools tucked into the Sangre de Cristo mountain slope.
Directions & Trailhead Access
Off US-285 in the San Luis Valley, take CO-17 to County Road GG.
Frequently Asked Questions: Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust)
Is Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust) free?+
Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust) in Villa Grove, Colorado is a developed facility requiring day-use admission or resort fees.
What temperature is Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust)?+
Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust) maintains an average soaking water temperature of 102°F, with geothermal source temperatures recorded by USGS surveys.
Is Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust) clothing optional?+
Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust) is traditionally clothing-optional for thermal soaking.
How far is the hike to Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust)?+
Located near Villa Grove, Colorado, Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust) is accessed via local road access followed by a 0.3-mile trail walk.
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USGS Field Data & Community Soaker Reports
Official USGS Geothermal Survey Logs & Verified Traveler ReportsOfficial USGS geothermal survey record for Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust) in Colorado. Source soak temperature verified at 102°F near Villa Grove. Location verified as a managed thermal facility.
Wilderness access guide for Valley View Hot Springs (Orient Land Trust): Pets not allowed in thermal water. Practice Leave No Trace principles and pack out all waste.