Penny Hot Springs, in the Crystal River Valley, is a popular natural hot springs location with a long history of
public use. Every year after spring runoff, people rebuild the pools that provide locals and travelers a place
to soak in a spectacular setting. The continuously evolving hot springs pools along the west bank of the
Crystal River are located partially on Open Space and Trails property and partially on Colorado Department
of Transportation (CDOT) right of way. The parking pullout along the highway and the downstream pools
are within CDOT’s right of way, which extends to the middle for the river. The pullout provides parking for
multiple uses, including: the hot springs, climbing on the opposite side of the highway, watching wildlife at
Filoha Meadows Nature Preserve and general highway traffic. This plan represents a collaborative approach to
managing increased use of the area, involving both CDOT and Pitkin County Open Space properties. The plan
reflects guidance from the Penny Hot Springs Steering Committee.