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Crested Butte Summer Picks: Soak in the Waunita Hot Springs

July 26, 2013 By Myreen Alcober

Waunita Hot Springs

Crested Butte Colorado and the surrounding areas are home to many beautiful natural wonders.  One of the greatest of these are the Waunita Hot Springs and dude ranch.  Operating as a family vacation retreat for over 45 years, Waunita Springs strives to give guests “the best week of your year”!

It’s easy to have the best week of your year with everything Waunita Springs Ranch has to offer.

  • Hot Springs Pool & Spa: The expansive pool at Waunita Hot Springs is heated year round, fed by the natural hot springs.  35 ft wide by 90 ft long, it has plenty of room for swimming, soaking, relaxing and more.  The adjacent hot tub is also maintained at a relaxing 100 degrees all year round.  The estimated 100 natural springs throughout the region range from 110° to 190° and produce over 4 million gallons of hot water per day.
  • Horseback Riding:  The week-long Horseback Riding program at Waunita Hot Springs Ranch is one of the most popular activities.  Instructors match you with a horse and guide you through the beautiful forested trail rides, where you’ll be treated to astonishing views of the surrounding valleys and peaks.
  • Fishing:  Blue Mesa and the Gunnison River provide Gold Medal trout fishing, and a number of small lakes, river and streams are all filled with trout and salmon.  There is even a stocked beginner pond, to learn the perfect casting techniques with the whole family.
  • Whitewater Rafting:  Feel the adrenalin on the Taylor and Gunnison Rivers exciting whitewater runs.  There are also mellower scenic floats for more relaxed rafting.
  • Western Activities: If you’re not worn out after all that riding, hiking and playing in Waunita Valley, there are plenty of evening activities such as hayrides, Western music shows and square dancing.
  • Star Gazing: Camp out under the stars and take in all the natural wonder usually blocked out by city lights.

The ranch has a long history in Colorado.  The area was originally developed in 1879 with a hotel, restaurant and post office.  In 1916, Dr. Charles Gilbert founded Radium Hot Springs.  This became a world-famous health resort with a well-equipped sanitarium and large hotel. Guests suffering from gout, eczema, rheumatism and nervous diseases traveled from all over the world to soak in the healing hot springs and find relief from their ailments.   And even earlier, Ute Indians used the hot springs as well and a an ancient legend gives them their name.  An Indian maiden, Waunita, had fallen in love with a Shoshoni warrior.  Her love was killed in battle and Waunita grieved for days, wandering the Valley and weeping.  She died within a few days and was buried in a nearby cave.  The legend claims the hot springs sprang forth from all the places where her tears had fallen.

 

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With so much to do in Crested Butte you will not know where to start. Enjoy the outdoors with hiking, biking, golf, fishing, rafting and much more!! Crested Butte Real Estate Market offers a wide variety of properties including ski in/ski out single family homes, ski-in/ski-out condominiums, lake and river frontage properties, golf course property, and true luxury mountain homes on acreage.  To see featured properties or search the MLS – visit chriskopf.com.  Contact Crested Butte Realtor, Chris Kopf at: (970) 209-5405.

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Bobby Nichols

"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "

 
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:45:19-07:00
"The first moment we met Chris, my wife and I knew he was all about what is happening in real estate sales in Crested Butte. He knows his job, the marketplace and the innovative ways to market your home in today's electronic internet space. A real professional that understood us and our needs in handling a very successful sales transaction. "  
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Jeff Hollings

Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:46:48-07:00
Chris is outstanding! We recently bought a second home in Crested Butte and Chris did a great job throughout the whole process. He has a thorough understanding of the market and the benefits and drawbacks of various locations. He was very patient with us as our preferences evolved throughout the search. He gave us valuable information on which to negotiate the purchase. He had great follow-up during the inspection/closing process (when we were not in town) and made sure all of the commitments made by the seller were properly completed.
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James Brennan

This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T17:59:24-06:00
This was our first experience trying to purchase additional land with hopes of building a home. Chris was tremendously helpful throughout the entire process and his professionalism showed.
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Jane Saltzman

Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:49:37-07:00
Chris was terrific to work with. The house sold faster then I ever expected! He was particularly helpful for this second home owner that couldn't always get there to take care of house issues. Thank you Chris!!!
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Georges Lussier

The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:40-06:00
The thought of a short sale was intimidating, but Chris made the experience very easy with lots of guidance from start to finish. I would highly recommend Chris for any Real Estate need buying or selling.
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Frank Stringer

Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2015-02-11T13:51:04-07:00
Chris Kopf is a wonderful person to work with on any real estate matter you may have in Crested Butte. He is extremely knowledgeable of all elements of the Crested Butte area. He helped us recently to buy a new second home in Skyland and the entire experience was first class under Chris's guidance. I would highly recommend him to anyone who has a real estate need in Crested Butte.
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Paul & Julie Keesee

Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:59-06:00
Chris was quite helpful in showing us homes in the area we were interested in and contacted us when new listings were available. We not only consider him our realtor but also a friend.
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Jim & Sandra Wickham

Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:06:18-06:00
Chris' patience and persistence paid off for us in finding the right house for the right price. We would highly recommend Chris to any potential buyer.
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Tom & Mary Aton

It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:06:31-06:00
It was a great experience working with Chris, after showing me what I thought I wanted, he advised me of the pros and cons on the different condos and found one that I am thrilled with.
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Dan Aquaviva

This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
Crested Butte Real Estate by Chris Kopf
2014-10-14T18:05:26-06:00
This agent has a very strong knowledge of the local area. He was very helpful in screening properties for potential purchase.
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