Although the Geyser Spring in San Juan National Forest, Colorado, appears like a serene hot spring, it possesses deadly characteristics. A non-motorized path, the Geyser Spring Trail, begins at the trailhead parking area and crosses the West Dolores River via a footbridge. Gentle switchbacks, meadows, and evidence of mining activity in the area will be encountered by you as you hike the Geyser Spring Trail. Known for its periodic eruptions, the only true geyser in Colorado feeds the small pool at the end of the trail. Emitting carbon dioxide and hydrogen sulfide gas for approximately 12 to 15 minutes, the … Continue reading The Deadly Beauty of Geyser Spring: A Hazardous Paradise in Colorado