Long before Steamboat Springs became “Ski Town USA,” it was famous for its soothing hot springs. In the heart of the Yampa Valley, steaming mineral waters bubbled from the ground, drawing visitors for centuries. They were known to the earliest visitors, the Yampatika...
History
OTHS Through the Decades: Renovations That Shaped a Community Treasure
When you’ve been around for 90 years, you’re bound to have a few makeovers, and Old Town Hot Springs has had more than a few. From condemned bathhouses to competition lap pool, from tennis courts to state-of-the-art fitness centers, the facility’s history is one of...
The Wild, Beloved, and Unforgettable Events at Old Town Hot Springs
For 90 years, OTHS has been more than a place to swim laps or soak in mineral waters, it’s been the beating heart of Steamboat’s community life. Over the decades, we’ve hosted events that were equal parts playful, outrageous, and downright legendary. From freestyle...
50 Years of Stories with Pat Carney
We sat down with Pat Carney to get the backstory of a half-century of dedication, leadership, and love for Old Town Hot Springs. When Pat Carney arrived in Steamboat Springs in the early 1970s, she couldn’t have imagined that her “ski bum” days would turn into a...






