• Lolo Hot Springs boasts pools, cabins, a campground, and more
• Lewis and Clark described the hot springs in 1805 during one of their expeditions
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.
Lolo Hot Springs Water & Soaking
Geothermal water emerges from several springs just below the hot springs facility at temperatures from 105°F to 117°F (41–47°C) before being piped into two pools.
The indoor soaking pool measures 20 × 24 feet with a depth of 3.5 feet. Water temperature is typically maintained between 103–106°F (39–41°C).
The outdoor swimming pool measures 35 × 70 feet with depths ranging from 3 to 5 feet. Water temperatures generally range from 74–85°F (23–29°C), depending on the season.
Both pools operate as flow-through systems, so no chemical treatment is required.
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.
Things to Do at Lolo Hot Springs Resort
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.
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.
Lolo Hot Springs Resort Camping & Lodging
You can pick between an economy or a deluxe cabin. Alternatively, you can stay at the campground with tent and RV hookup sites.
Also, the Lolo area has plenty of places to stay, including the nearby lodge.
Lolo Hot Springs Resort | Facts
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, 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): 105°F to 117°F (41–47°C)
Water T° (soaking pool): 102°F - 106°F (39°C - 41°C)
Water T° (swimming pool): 74–85°F (23–29°C)
Water acidity level: Alkaline (pH=10.3)
Springs type: Sodium Bicarbonate Silica Sulfate
Odor: Light odor present
Chemical used: None
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Directions to Lolo Hot Springs
From Missoula,
- Take US-93 and drive south for about 10 miles toward Lolo
- In Lolo, turn right onto US-12 (Lolo Creek Road) and follow it for 25.2 miles.
Phone: 406-273-2290
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