10 Best Montana Towns Near Hot Springs

10 Best Montana Towns Near Hot Springs

Soak in Big Sky Country's Natural Geothermal Waters

Montana sits atop one of the most geothermally active regions in North America, and the state is dotted with natural hot springs: from rustic soaking pools along mountain creeks to full resort experiences. These towns put you closest to Montana's best hot springs, so you can end every adventure with a warm soak under the stars.

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#1
Hot SpringsMontana's Natural Spa
Pop. 557

Hot Springs is just 0 miles from Big Medicine Hot Springs. Known as "Montana's Natural Spa," this town of 557 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Big Medicine Hot SpringsThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 0 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 557How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 2,835 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#2
White Sulphur SpringsThe Castle Mountain Town
Pop. 1,046

White Sulphur Springs is just 0 miles from Spa Hot Springs (White Sulphur Springs). Known as "The Castle Mountain Town," this town of 1,046 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Spa Hot Springs (White Sulphur Springs)The closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 0 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 1,046How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 5,039 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#3
HelenaThe Queen City of the Rockies
Pop. 33,100

Helena is just 1 miles from Broadwater Hot Springs. Known as "The Queen City of the Rockies," this city of 33,100 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Broadwater Hot SpringsThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 1 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 33,100How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 4,039 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#4
BoulderThe Gateway to the Elkhorns
Pop. 1,201

Boulder is just 2 miles from Boulder Hot Springs. Known as "The Gateway to the Elkhorns," this town of 1,201 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Boulder Hot SpringsThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 2 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 1,201How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 4,908 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#5
BozemanThe Gallatin Gateway
Pop. 58,000

Bozeman is just 5 miles from Bozeman Hot Springs. Known as "The Gallatin Gateway," this city of 58,000 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Bozeman Hot SpringsThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 5 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 58,000How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 4,826 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#6
East HelenaThe Prickly Pear Gateway
Pop. 2,264

East Helena is just 5 miles from Broadwater Hot Springs. Known as "The Prickly Pear Gateway," this town of 2,264 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Broadwater Hot SpringsThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 5 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 2,264How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 3,888 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#7
GardinerThe North Gate to Yellowstone
Pop. 791

Gardiner is just 5 miles from Yellowstone Hot Springs. Known as "The North Gate to Yellowstone," this town of 791 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Yellowstone Hot SpringsThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 5 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 791How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 5,906 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#8
WhitehallThe Gateway to the Pipestone
Pop. 1,156

Whitehall is just 6 miles from Renova Hotspring. Known as "The Gateway to the Pipestone," this town of 1,156 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Renova HotspringThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 6 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 1,156How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 4,360 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#9
AnacondaThe Smelter City
Pop. 9,421

Anaconda is just 8 miles from Fairmont Hot Springs. Known as "The Smelter City," this city of 9,421 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Fairmont Hot SpringsThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 8 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 9,421How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 5,279 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.
#10
HamiltonThe Banana Belt of Montana
Pop. 4,659

Hamilton is just 8 miles from Sleeping Child Hot Springs. Known as "The Banana Belt of Montana," this town of 4,659 makes a perfect base for combining outdoor adventure with relaxation.

Nearest Spring: Sleeping Child Hot SpringsThe closest named hot spring to this town.Distance: 8 miHow far that nearby attraction is from town, in miles (straight-line estimate).Population: 4,659How many people live in the community. Smaller populations usually feel quieter; larger ones tend to have more services.Elevation: 3,573 ftHow high the town sits above sea level. Higher elevations often mean colder winters and more snow.

How We Ranked These Towns

Ranked by distance to the nearest hot spring. Hot springs include both developed resorts and natural soaking areas. Only named, publicly accessible hot springs are included.

Data last collected: Zillow Research (Jan 2026), U.S. Census ACS (Jul 2026), FBI UCR (Mar 2026), Montana OPI/NCES (Jul 2026), Montana DPHHS (Jul 2026), EPA NPL (Jul 2026). Rankings are updated when data is refreshed. Check individual town profiles for details.

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