Radium Hot Springs (Colorado)
Radium Hot Springs flows at approximately 104°F on Colorado State Wildlife property, situated roughly halfway between Kremmling and State Bridge as a moderate-temperature thermal source within the Radium State Wildlife Area's Blacktail Unit.
The spring emerges from Colorado Parks and Wildlife-managed land at 6,868 feet elevation. The surrounding landscape features mixed piñon-juniper and ponderosa pine forest characteristic of this Grand County valley environment. The thermal feature sits at a short walk of 435 feet from the nearest access point through open woodland.
A 435-foot walk from parking areas provides easy access during most seasons. Radium Recreation Area lies 1.9 kilometers away and accommodates overnight camping. The wildlife area remains open year-round, though winter conditions on access roads can present navigation challenges requiring suitable vehicle preparation.
This thermal system displays near-neutral pH of 7.7 with moderate total dissolved solids of 240 mg/L, suggesting interaction with crustal fluids at moderate depths. The spring name derives from historical recognition of radium presence, though measured radium levels remain minimal. State wildlife management includes this thermal feature among diverse geothermal resources.
The water at Radium Hot Springs (Colorado) is slightly alkaline (pH 7.7) with 240 mg/L total dissolved solids.
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Overview Managed By Kremmling Field Office The Radium Recreation Area is part of the Upper Colorado River Special Recreation Management Area (SRMA), providing opportunities for developed camping and river access. With over 100,000 annual visitors the sites facilities include 2 developed boat ramp sites, 9 vault toilets, day use and overnight parking, 16 single campsites and 2 Group Campsites and 3 day use shade structures. There is no potable water provided at this area. The area is used by...
Radium Hot Springs (Colorado) sits at 6,868 feet above sea level, way above the mile-high mark. You may not feel the altitude strongly, but hot water still dehydrates you faster at elevation. UV is about 27% stronger than at sea level, so bring sunscreen and drink more water than you normally would.
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Radium Hot Springs (Colorado) is road-accessible, so you can bring more gear. Cold air temperatures make a changing robe or warm layers essential.
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Slightly Alkaline Springs (pH ~7.7)
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