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Geothermal forces and tectonic activity elevate the temperature of the mineral water to 180 degrees Fahrenheit at the source. [1] From 1965 through 1986 the resort property operated Calistoga's largest open to the public pool, the Roman Pool. Through use and age the pool fell into decline and was closed in 1985.
The massive indoor/outdoor space (it's 20,000 square ft to be exact) has five different geothermal pools, a mud bar, an infrared sauna, a eucalyptus steam room, and more.
Want to lay poolside but don’t want to splurge on a vacation?
This is a dynamic list of hot springs in the United States. The Western states in particular are known for their thermal springs: Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming; but there are interesting hot springs in other states throughout the country.
Calistoga was founded in 1868 when the California Pacific Railroad was built, establishing the town as a tourist destination for its Calistoga Hot Springs. [4] Today, Calistoga continues as a popular tourist destination in Wine Country, owing to its vineyards and historic landmarks.
In 1852, when Sam Brannan first saw "Indian Hot Springs", Calistoga's original name, the area was populated with a few early settlers. In 1859, he purchased the 2,000 acres surrounding the Hot Springs and named it Calistoga from joining the words California and Saratoga (New York's world-famous mineral water spa).