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Crestone: a community of Artists.
Early history of the San Luis Valley & Crestone
5th Annual Crestone Music Festival
Alternative Building in Crestone
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Joyful Journey
Hot Springs Spa
Many people travel great distances to experience the relaxing and healing properties of geothermally heated mineral water. It is said that the Native Americans enjoyed this pastime as a way to rejuvenate themselves both physically and spiritually.
One of the San Luis Valley’s most coveted hot springs is Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa on the north end of the Valley. Once, it was the township of Mineral Hot Springs and has, over the years, become one of the favorite stopovers for “spa hoppers” from all over the U.S., and certainly a favored dipping site for San Luis Valley locals.
The geothermal springs that feed this elegant little spa boast of a high boron and lithium content in water that flows out of the ground at about 140° and is regulated daily by hand to three tiled pools—from about 98° in the coolest pool to about 108° in the hottest. The pools are never treated with chemicals, and unlike other mineral spas, they are cleaned nightly to insure a sparkling cleanliness not seen in most facilities.
But that’s not all. There is plenty of lodging, including tipis and campsites for tents and RVs. The spa has some of the best massage therapists in the Valley, with treatments ranging from exfoliation and massage to the more exotic Raindrop therapy, Shiatsu, and Hot Stone therapy. The combination of the healing properties of the water with a therapeutic massage lends itself toward holistic health that is the definitive goal of Joyful Journey’s philosophy of well being:
“ The decision to merge with the spirit of life releases us from the bonds of stagnancy and begins a holistic journey toward balance. Caring for our bodies and minds should be the first step on this gracious path toward freedom and joy.”
— Dark Eagle The entire staff at the center reflect this philosophy. Visitors will find a calm and nurturing environment with people dedicated to a natural approach to health and centeredness.
Hot Springs Spa
Many people travel great distances to experience the relaxing and healing properties of geothermally heated mineral water. It is said that the Native Americans enjoyed this pastime as a way to rejuvenate themselves both physically and spiritually.
One of the San Luis Valley’s most coveted hot springs is Joyful Journey Hot Springs Spa on the north end of the Valley. Once, it was the township of Mineral Hot Springs and has, over the years, become one of the favorite stopovers for “spa hoppers” from all over the U.S., and certainly a favored dipping site for San Luis Valley locals.
The geothermal springs that feed this elegant little spa boast of a high boron and lithium content in water that flows out of the ground at about 140° and is regulated daily by hand to three tiled pools—from about 98° in the coolest pool to about 108° in the hottest. The pools are never treated with chemicals, and unlike other mineral spas, they are cleaned nightly to insure a sparkling cleanliness not seen in most facilities.
But that’s not all. There is plenty of lodging, including tipis and campsites for tents and RVs. The spa has some of the best massage therapists in the Valley, with treatments ranging from exfoliation and massage to the more exotic Raindrop therapy, Shiatsu, and Hot Stone therapy. The combination of the healing properties of the water with a therapeutic massage lends itself toward holistic health that is the definitive goal of Joyful Journey’s philosophy of well being:
“ The decision to merge with the spirit of life releases us from the bonds of stagnancy and begins a holistic journey toward balance. Caring for our bodies and minds should be the first step on this gracious path toward freedom and joy.”
— Dark Eagle The entire staff at the center reflect this philosophy. Visitors will find a calm and nurturing environment with people dedicated to a natural approach to health and centeredness.
site
created and maintained by
Crestone Creations Publishing
PO Box 472; Crestone, Colorado 81131
719.256.5222