Lolo Hot Springs Resort | Southwest Montana

Lolo Hot Springs is a hot springs resort located in the heart of the Lolo National Forest, 36 miles southwest of Missoula.

Native Americans used the hot springs long before the first Europeans arrived. Lewis and Clark described Lolo for the first time in 1805 during one of their expeditions.

The spot became popular, and the first resort was built in the 1880s. Today, two facilities utilize the health benefits of the mineral-rich water of the springs: The Lodge at Lolo Hot Springs and Lolo Hot Springs Resort.

Lolo is a fantastic place to escape the daily routine, enjoy the healing mineral water, and explore the surrounding area.

Geothermal Water & Soaking

The geothermal mineral water comes from the source at temperatures between 105° F and 117° F (41° C - 42° C) and is then piped into an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor soaking pool.

The indoor soaking pool is 20 ft x 24 ft and 3.5 ft deep. The temperature is maintained at around 102° F - 106° F (39° C - 41° C). The outdoor swimming pool is 35 ft x 70 ft with varying depths of 3 to 5 ft. The water temperature in the swimming pool is 80° F (27° C) year-round. Both pools are a flow-through system, so no chemical treatment is needed.

You can stay at the resort or get a day pass to just soak or swim in the pools.

This is a developed, family-friendly spot, so bathing suits are required.

Beyond Hot Springs: Other Adventures

Lolo Hot Springs Resort hosts live music every Saturday night from Memorial Day to Labor Day and during special events. The resort's restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. You can also try your luck at the casino.

In addition to rejuvenating mineral springs, you can enjoy skiing, horseback riding, hiking, camping, fishing, and other adventures.

The snowmobile season lasts from mid-December till April, with more than 500 miles of snowmobile trails.

Location: 36 miles southwest from Missoula • Southwestern Montana • USA
Open: Year-round
Development: Soaking pool, swimming pool
Clothing: Mandatory most of the time; Starting May 15th clothing is optional on Sunday and Wednesday from 9 pm to midnight (adults only)
Amenities: Restaurant, casino, picnic area, changing rooms with showers

Hiking distance: Short
Road access: Any vehicle
Day-use fees: Yes

Elevation: 4,100 ft (1,268 m)

Water T° (source): 117° F (42° C)
Water T° (soaking pool): 102° F - 106° F (39° C - 41° C)
Water T° (swimming pool): 80° F (27° C)
Water acidity level: Alkaline (pH=10.3)
Springs type: Sodium Bicarbonate Silica Sulfate
Odor: Light odor present
Chemical used: None