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Getting ready for the Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center.

An indoor hot springs pool run by the City of Salida, with a warm leisure pool that has a zero-entry side, a cooler lap pool, and private soaking pools you can book. Indoors means no cold walk between pools.

Know before you go. The aquatic center doesn't list sensory supports. Here's what it does say about the water, the breaks and the rules.

Salida Hot Springs Aquatic Center

Address: 410 W. Rainbow Blvd, Salida 81201 Directions
Hours: Hours change by month and program; call 719-539-6738 or check the center's monthly calendar before you go.
Call: 719-539-6738 Aquatic center

What it's like

In their own words

Temperature: The lap pool is kept at “82-84 degrees,” while “the smaller Leisure Pool offers a cozy 97-100 degrees.” cityofsalida.com
Space: “an ADA-compliant lift for easy entry into both pools, step entries with handrails for your comfort, and a zero-entry area into the leisure pool.” cityofsalida.com
Waits: “5-10 minute Safety Breaks take place each afternoon and evening, where all guests must exit the pools.” cityofsalida.com
Rules: Kids who can't pass the swim test (25 meters without stopping) “must stay within arms reach of an adult in the water at all times,” with “one adult per three non-swimmers in the water.” cityofsalida.com
Crowds: “Private soaking pools are also available for a more intimate experience.” cityofsalida.com

A quieter option, in the city's words

In their own words cityofsalida.com

“For a more personal experience, unwind in one of our private soaking baths.” Private soaking baths aren't included in the daily drop-in rate.

Our note Being indoors helps on a cold day: no walking outside wet between pools.

Our note Kids 9 and under who pass the swim test still need an adult in the building.

Three things to know

Everyone takes a soap shower before getting in, and street shoes stay off the pool deck.
Swim diapers are required for kids who aren't potty trained. Pool toys are allowed, but no hard balls.
Lockers are $2, or keep your things on deck; there are wall hooks and cubbies.

What it doesn't list

sensory hours or a quieter swim
a quiet room
sensory kits or headphones to borrow
a social story

To ask about any of these, call 719-539-6738.

More: food, the diving board, animals

The center publishes no noise ratings; these are the warmer and quieter spots it names

Hotter

Leisure Pool (97 to 100°F)not stated

Quieter

Private soaking pools (extra cost)quiet zone

Food, drinks and gum are allowed in the lobby; only water on the pool deck. No glass.
The diving board is open on weekends.
Service animals are welcome; comfort and emotional support animals and pets are not.
The building dates to 1937 and the water comes from springs 4.5 miles away.

What the center doesn't say

not stated exact times of the safety breaks
not stated which hours are least crowded
not stated daily admission prices (call or check the center's price list)
not stated how loud it gets inside

Source: www.cityofsalida.comChecked Sun, Oct 25, 2026

Visual schedule

Pool Day

Drive to the pool
Check in
Go to the locker room
Take a shower
Put on my swimsuit
Get in the pool
Take a break
Dry off
Get dressed
Walk to the car
All done

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What to expect

Everyone showers with soap before getting in. The leisure pool is 97 to 100 degrees and has a zero-entry area; the lap pool is 82 to 84. A few times each afternoon and evening, lifeguards call a 5 to 10 minute safety break and everyone gets out. Kids who can't swim 25 meters stay within arm's reach of an adult in the water. Change anything.

Common questions

What if my child won't look at the schedule or story?

That is common at first. Leave it where the moment happens, point to one picture at a time, and keep it low-pressure. Many kids warm up to it after a few calm tries, in their own time.

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