Overview:
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San Juan Hot Springs adjacent to Highway 74 has seen better days. There is not too much left except for a couple of pools of hot steamy water. Back in the 60s and early 70s, San Juan Hot Springs was a hippie hangout. Before that, there were San Juan Capistrano Hot springs.
Adventure:
The original San Juan Hot Springs resort which was opened in the 1800s was abandoned in the 1940s. In the 1960s and 1970s is was a popular spot for locals to party and get high. The old-time comedian Red Skelton was evidently a regular along with every hippy in the area. From 1980 to 1992 the springs re-opened, but have been closed and in disrepair since. You can see the old entrance and sign (good for photos) if you hike a few minutes past the hot springs.
Today the hot Springs are accessible with a wilderness permit
Directions:
The San Juan Hot Springs is located off Ortega Hwy Route 74 at the Hot Springs Canyon Rd and Sievers Canyon Rd exit. The hot springs is located down a trail. The hike takes about 5 minutes to get to the pools. You can also hike from Casper Regional Park and pay the $5 visitor fee and hike 5+ miles round trip to the hot springs.
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