Quick FactsOverview
About Quinn's Hot Springs Resort
Quinn's Hot Springs Resort, Montana is a full-service year-round resort in a canyon on the Clark Fork River in Sanders County, approximately 70 miles northwest of Missoula on State Highway 135 near Paradise. Seven pools sit along the canyon: five natural flow-through chemical-free soaking pools ranging from 90 to 106 degrees Fahrenheit, one salt-treated swimming pool, and one cold plunge at approximately 55 degrees. The geothermal source flows at 127 degrees with a light sulfur character. No chemicals are used in the soaking pools; the swimming pool is treated by salt. Children under 3 are not permitted in any pool under Montana state law governing chemical-free mineral water.
The resort is named after Martin Quinn, an Irish immigrant and miner who noticed Native Americans gathering near the steaming springs in the early 1880s. He filed a homestead and built the first bathhouses and sleeping cabins. The Harwood House Restaurant first opened in 1885, earning a Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 2023.
For those seeking accessible hot springs Montana offers close to Missoula on the Clark Fork corridor, Quinn's is the most complete resort in western Montana, combining natural mineral pools, historic fine dining, and a full range of lodging.
Location & Access
Getting to Quinn's Hot Springs Resort
Quinn's Hot Springs Resort is at 190 State Highway 135 near Paradise in Sanders County. From Missoula, take I-90 west for a short distance and then follow Montana Highway 200 west approximately 66 miles to the MT-135 junction. Turn onto MT-135 and continue approximately 2 miles to Quinn's Canyon Road, where the resort is signed on the left. The total drive from Missoula is approximately 70 miles and takes about one hour. Any standard vehicle can reach the resort on the paved highway year-round.
From Spokane or Coeur d'Alene, take US-2 into Montana and connect to MT-135. From Kalispell, travel south on US-93 and connect to Highway 200 east, then MT-135. The resort is positioned between the towns of St. Regis and Paradise on Highway 135, making it accessible from multiple directions. Winter conditions on MT-135 can include ice and snow; check road conditions before traveling from November through March.
For those seeking hot springs near Missoula Montana with full resort amenities on the Clark Fork River, Quinn's is the closest major resort to Missoula in western Montana. Day-use pool access requires an advance online reservation due to capacity limits; walk-in visitors may be turned away if sessions are full. Book pool access through quinnshotsprings.com. Pool hours run 7am to 11pm Sunday through Thursday and until midnight on Friday and Saturday.
Suitability & Accessibility
Who Can Visit Quinn's Hot Springs Resort
Quinn's Hot Springs Resort suits families with children aged 3 and older, couples, solo travelers, and groups seeking a full-service resort with natural mineral pools. The range from cold plunge to 106 degrees provides options for every preference. Children under 3 are not permitted in any pool under Montana state law governing chemical-free mineral water. Swimwear is required; the resort is not clothing optional.
Day visitors may access the pools through a paid reservation at quinnshotsprings.com. Day passes are approximately 20 dollars per person Monday through Thursday and 22 dollars Friday through Sunday, with 3-hour windows between 9am and 9pm. Advance reservation is strongly recommended as sessions fill, especially on weekends. Overnight lodging guests receive unlimited pool access from 7am to close.
For those seeking accessible hot springs Montana has near Missoula, Quinn's provides wheelchair access ramps, a full-service restaurant open every day, a tavern, gift shop, massage services, and event facilities. The resort has 83 overnight rentals including 2 lodges and over 25 canyon, mountainside, and riverside cabins. Pets are welcome at the resort but not in the pool area.
The River Lodge, opened in 2017, is adults-only and on the Clark Fork. Canyon and mountainside cabins accommodate families. The resort sits at approximately 2,250 feet elevation, lower and generally more accessible in winter than higher-elevation Montana hot springs.
Safety & Etiquette
Safety at Quinn's Hot Springs Resort
Quinn's Hot Springs Resort is generally safe as a staffed, full-service resort with managed pools and year-round professional operations. The five natural soaking pools range from 90 to 106 degrees; the warmest require visitors to limit session time if they feel overheated, lightheaded, or fatigued. Enter the cold plunge at 55 degrees gradually, as sudden cold immersion can stress the cardiovascular system; avoid the cold plunge without medical clearance if you have heart, blood pressure, or circulatory conditions.
Children under 3 are strictly prohibited from all pools under Montana state law for chemical-free mineral water. This rule is enforced. Families with very young children should confirm with the resort whether children under 3 may use only the salt-treated swimming pool.
The resort sits in a canyon along the Clark Fork River. The Clark Fork can run high during spring snowmelt. Stay away from the riverbank in high flow conditions and supervise children near the river. Lodging on both sides of the highway means guests may need to cross a road where the speed limit is 45 mph; use designated crossing points and follow resort signage at all times.
Day visitors should book pool sessions in advance at quinnshotsprings.com; arriving without a reservation may mean being turned away at capacity. Pool hours run 7am to 11pm Sunday through Thursday and until midnight Friday and Saturday. Confirm current pricing and availability before driving from Missoula. Emergency services are in Plains and Thompson Falls, each approximately 15 to 20 miles away on Highway 135.
