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About Desert Reef Hot Spring
Desert Reef Hot Springs is a small, privately run soaking resort on a 77.5-acre parcel of high-desert scrub outside Florence in Fremont County, Colorado, roughly 40 miles southwest of Colorado Springs, with mountain views to the west. Water comes from an artesian geothermal well and fills five pools: a main pool about 36 by 50 feet (around 40,000 gallons) plus four smaller tubs, and there is a cold plunge big enough for two. The operators list average temperatures of about 100-104°F in winter and 96-108°F in summer. The whole facility is adults only (18+), and swimsuits are optional on most days; the exception is Friday, when suits are required until 6:30 pm. Wednesday daytime is reserved for members and Splash Pass holders, and Tuesday is closed to day visitors. Single men or groups of men must be accompanied by a partner or a woman. Phones are not allowed in the pool area, there are no lockers, and guests may bring at most two alcoholic drinks (no glass). It is deliberately low-key rather than spa-like: restrooms with a shower, changing rooms, and rentable vintage Airstreams, tiny homes and van camping spots for overnight stays.
Legal context & local rules
This is private property, so nudity is governed by the resort's own rules: clothing-optional most days, swimsuits required on Fridays until 6:30 pm, adults only. The operators also enforce a couples/accompanied-men policy, a no-phones rule and a two-drink limit (2026).
Public nudity is largely prohibited in the US under indecent exposure laws which vary significantly by state. Vermont has no state-level law against public nudity, making it unique. Florida designates specific beaches as clothing-optional (Haulover Beach, Blind Creek State Park). Federal jurisprudence under the First Amendment has occasionally recognised nude expression in protests, though states regulate for public decency standards. Most states prohibit exposure of "sexual organs" in public under statutes similar to Florida Statute § 800.03.
What’s here
Getting there and visiting
The resort is at 1194 County Road 110, Florence, CO 81226, reached at the end of a dirt road east of Florence; the nearest larger towns are Cañon City and Pueblo. There is no public transport, so a car is needed; parking is on site and dogs are not allowed in the lot except service dogs. Reservations for a roughly 2.5-hour soak are strongly recommended and booked online; walk-ins are taken only if space allows. Day passes were listed at $25 weekdays and $35 weekends in 2026. The pool area is on level ground near the parking.
What visitors say
Visitors describe a quiet, rustic, local-feeling place rather than a polished spa, with hushed conversation and a strong emphasis on relaxation. A 2026 newspaper visit counted 30-40 guests on a weekend with roughly half unclothed, so mixed dress is normal. The no-phones rule and adults-only policy are frequently mentioned as reasons it feels comfortable. Common tips are to reserve ahead, especially at weekends, to check the day-by-day suit rules before going, and to note the accompanied-men policy, which some single male visitors find restrictive.
Summarised in our own words from public reviews and guides listed under Sources.
Before you go
- 1 Check the current local rules and access conditions before travelling.
- 2 Bring a towel and sit on it when using shared seating.
- 3 Never take photographs of other people without clear consent.
- 4 Respect the venue’s clothing, privacy, and behaviour rules.
Location
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38.3686, -105.0490
Frequently asked questions
Is Desert Reef clothing-optional every day?
No. Swimsuits are optional on most days but required on Fridays until 6:30 pm, and Wednesday daytime is members and Splash Pass holders only.
Can children visit?
No. The facility is adults only (18 and over).
Can single men go?
The resort requires single men and groups of men to be accompanied by a partner or a woman.
How much does it cost?
In 2026 day soaks were $25 on weekdays and $35 at weekends, with a 20% discount for active and retired military.
How hot is the water?
The operators give averages of 100-104°F in winter and 96-108°F in summer.
Sources
- Desert Reef Hot Springs (official site)
- Desert Reef Hot Springs FAQs
- Clothing-optional hot spring oasis offers relaxing escape in Colorado (Denver Gazette, 2026)
- 7 Clothing-optional places to go naked in Colorado (Out There Colorado)
Researched 24 October 2026 .
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