Hot Springs Etiquette

Thank you for visiting Iron Mountain Hot Springs! Please follow these recommendations to maximize the benefits of soaking in our pools and ensure your safety and that of our employees. If you have questions about these or other aspects of the property, ask our front desk staff upon arrival or contact us before your visit.

• • • Please shower before entering the pools.
    • Swim and soak at your own risk when no lifeguard is on duty.
    • Keep yourself and your belongings safe. Iron Mountain Hot Springs is not responsible for injury or loss. Lockers are included with your reservation. Please leave valuables at home.
    • Soaking alone is not recommended.
    • After soaking, your body is tired. A rest time of 30 minutes is recommended.
    • Limit your consumption of alcohol. Please remember long exposure and/or consumption of alcohol may cause dizziness, nausea, or fainting.
    • Premier Access (21+) and the Sandbar Café are strictly 21 and over for entry.
    • Outside alcohol & all drugs are strictly prohibited.
    • Smoking is permitted only in the designated smoking area near the front entrance.
    • Outside food, picnics, birthday cakes, and food deliveries are prohibited.
    • Dining – While we do not prohibit eating in pools, please be mindful and respectful of other guests when dining. Always pick up after yourself.
    • No glass, please. Instead, bring a plastic or metal water bottle, which can be filled and refilled for free at our two hydration stations in the bathhouse. Food and other beverages are also available at the Sopris Café and the Sandbar Café for those 21 and over.
    • Drink plenty of water to stay hydrated throughout your visit.
    • Wear proper swim attire. No street clothes, underwear, pajamas, sweats, or anything deemed inappropriate as swimwear by staff is allowed in the pools.
    • Fabric discoloration is possible. If this concerns you, we recommend bringing an extra swimsuit or wearing last year’s suit to soak at Iron Mountain Hot Springs.
    • Remove all jewelry, or it will tarnish.
    • This is no drone zone. Iron Mountain Hot Springs is a no-drone zone to respect the privacy of our guests while soaking.
    • No outside speakers. Out of respect for other guests, speakers aren’t allowed. 
    • We do not recommend pregnant women soak in the hot pools and suggest you speak with your physician before doing so.
    • No running, diving, excessive noise, or boisterous play. Lifeguards have the authority to stop any behavior they deem unsafe or inappropriate. Iron Mountain Hot Springs reserves the right to refuse service or remove uncooperative patrons from our property.
    • Children 5 to 14 require adult supervision at all times in our Select Access area.
    • Children Under 5 allowed ONLY in family pool and jetted spa. They are NOT allowed in small mineral pools.
    • Swim diapers are required for children who are not potty-trained. They are available for purchase in our Gift Shop.
    • Life jackets or pool toys are allowed in the family pool only. While we do provide life jackets, they are not allowed in any of the mineral pools. When the family pool is busy, the lifeguard reserves the right not to allow certain toys for safety.
    • Any person having an infectious or communicable disease or open wound is prohibited from entering the pools. If you have any medical conditions, please consult your doctor before soaking.