Hot Springs, Montana is a friendly community of roughly 600
inhabitants. It was named for the "Big Medicine" hot
mineral springs discovered by the northwest Indian tribes and enjoyed by
residents and visitors ever since. Just dangle your feet in the historic
"corn hole" and you will discover the true meaning of relaxation. Whether
you've had a long day driving, a full day of vacationing, or just want to get
away for a weekend of soothing relief from those nagging aches and pains
that come from the stresses of modern life. As a full service community,
Hot Springs is the perfect spot to enjoy healthy relaxation in a peaceful environment.
The healing waters of Hot Springs have drawn people from as far
away as Finland and Taiwan, to a leisurely and peaceful vacation in
Montana's western mountains. Many revisit on a regular basis, enjoying the
benefits and relief that the natural hot mineral waters bring in the
treatment of arthritis, skin diseases, rheumatism, stomach ulcers, high
blood pressure and many other kinds of ailments. If you travel north up Spring Street you will come to the public
hot mineral pools. Known to locals as the "corn hole". You'll know you're
there by the sulfur scent in the air. There are several pools of varying
temperature and character. There is a concrete pool with a gravel bottom
and a couple areas for mud bathing. There are also many privately owned facilities that offer indoor bathing
and hot tubs. Including the Symes Hotel, the Hot Springs Spa, and Wild Horse
Hot Springs.
In Hot Springs opportunities for privacy, quietness, relaxation,
and recreation abound. Many lakes, streams, and rivers provide excellent
fishing for the novice and expert angler. Easy walking or tough climbing
trails can be found at the edges of town in all directions, and wildlife
frequently wander the streets. In addition, numerous sightseeing, boating,
skiing and hunting areas are within easy driving range. Nearby attractions
include a tour of the National Bison Range at Moiese, a visit to the
historical St. Ignatius Mission Church, and Flathead Lake
with its cherry orchards.
One of Montana's hidden treasures, this community is located in
northwestern Montana tucked away at the foot of the Cabinet Mountains, just about
mid-way between Kalispell (60 miles) and Missoula (80 miles), in eastern
Sanders County. Turn off Highway 200 at Plains or Highway 93 at Elmo, onto
the short, but scenic, Highway 28. Another way to reach us is by a
small aircraft landing strip located a short
distance from town.