New water resort that’s the ‘largest of its kind’ in America opens with 46 pools, saunas, and full-service bar

LOOKING for a world-class hot spring experience in the states?

Head no farther than North Texas , where WorldSprings, America’s largest outdoor mineral springs resort, has opened this summer .

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The resort features a whooping total of 46 pools with 41 mineral hot springs, two freshwater pool, and three cold plunges.

Like a typical hot spring experience, visitors will have the choice of alternating from extreme temperature to extreme temperature for the most invigorating time.

Other amenities include Finnish saunas, fire pits, yoga, and a world-class spa with recovery therapies and treatments.

A full-service bar and a cafe allow for visitors to achieve the ultimate chill with poolside drinks and food.

The pools, inspired by global destinations, come with themes to reflect the world’s various mineral springs.

Parents who’d like to bring their children along for the ride should keep in mind that pools in the European, Americas, and Asiatic regions are adults-only.

They can, however, bring their loved ones to pools in the South Pacific Region, which are open to all ages.

The freshwater Globe Pool, located in the South Pacific, is open for all visitors to cool down in between their soaks.

Children are also allowed in 10 mineral pools, 2 saunas, lounge chairs, and at the cabanas.

The resort faced pushback from Cedar Park city council members earlier in the year, who expressed concern over the amount of water used.

“I feel like ‘we’re not the worst’ isn’t really a selling point … What are you guys doing to push the envelope on water conservation?” asked council member Heather Jefts.

“More than two-thirds of this property is now parking lot [instead] of greenspace.”

WorldSprings officials explained that their water will be recirculated and changed every three months, or as necessary, in efforts to conserve water.

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In addition, their pools will be covered at night to prevent evaporation.

Ethan Harwell, a WorldSprings representative, explained that the resort is not a water park but a health and wellness facility for recreation purposes.

Harwell added that the resort is a low water user compared to other commercial businesses.

“This is more of a destination than just a community pool,” council member Mel Kirkland said during the meeting.

“It’s something completely different. [WorldSprings] is a good thing for Cedar Park.”

WorldSprings opened near Dallas on June 28, with a second location planned in Houston for 2025.

Tickets start at $55 for adults and $45 for kids under 18.

Visitors have the option of booking an all-day experience or a three hour soak for a quick stint of relaxation.