Lolo Hot Springs Resort is a hot-springs destination in the Lolo National Forest, southwest of Missoula. From guest rooms at WoodSpring Suites Missoula, plan the drive around Highway 12 and check the resort’s current hours, admission and road conditions before you leave.
- Location: 38500 U.S. Highway 12, Lolo, MT 59847.
- Drive: Visit Montana describes the resort as 37 miles southwest of Missoula; Destination Missoula gives a 49-minute drive.
- Route: Take Highway 93 south to Lolo, then Highway 12 west.
- Soak hours: The resort opens daily at 10 a.m., with closing times that vary by day.
Where is Lolo Hot Springs?
Lolo Hot Springs Resort is on U.S. Highway 12 in the Lolo National Forest, between Lolo and the Idaho border. It is a straightforward out-and-back destination from Missoula, with the resort’s address useful for navigation: 38500 U.S. Highway 12, Lolo, MT 59847.
For the regional approach, Visit Montana describes the resort as 37 miles southwest of Missoula. If you are planning other local stops, a guide to getting around Missoula can help with the city portion of your trip.
How do you drive from Missoula to Lolo Hot Springs?
The route from Missoula runs south on Highway 93 to Lolo, then west on Highway 12 to the resort. Visit Montana gives the segment from Missoula to Lolo as 10 miles on Highway 93, followed by 25 miles west on Highway 12. Destination Missoula gives the drive from Missoula as 49 minutes.
Road conditions, construction and alerts can affect the trip. The Montana Department of Transportation provides reports through its 511 travel-information service; you can also call 511 or 1-800-226-7623. Check the official site before you go.
What facilities, admission and hours should you check?
Lolo Hot Springs Resort describes its facilities as indoor and outdoor hot-springs pools, camping for RVs and tents, cabins, a bar and restaurant, and a disc-golf course. The neighboring Lodge at Lolo Hot Springs is a separate business, so confirm which operation you are contacting when checking details.
Soak hours are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, and 10 a.m. to midnight on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Admission is $16 for adults, $14 for seniors age 65 and older and military, $13 for children ages 5–12, and free for children under 5. Hours and prices can change, so confirm them with the resort before your visit.
Day passes are sold first-come, first-served, and soaking reservations are not required. The resort recommends arriving earlier for a quieter experience. Children under 5 are not allowed in the indoor hot pool due to state regulation.
Pool temperatures vary with outdoor conditions. Outdoor pools are 78–85°F in summer and 74–78°F in winter; indoor pools are 104–106°F in summer and 103–105°F in winter. Clothing-optional soaking runs from 9 p.m. to midnight for adults age 18 and older.
What should you bring and plan for the return?
Pack for a pool visit and the drive through the Lolo National Forest, and check the forecast and road reports before leaving Missoula. If you are deciding what to wear for the wider trip, Missoula’s seasonal packing guide offers month-by-month context.
Before driving back, check the resort’s closing time for your day and allow your plans to fit within it. If you plan to soak in the evening, note that the clothing-optional period begins at 9 p.m. and is for adults age 18 and older.
FAQs
How far is Lolo Hot Springs from Missoula?
Visit Montana describes the resort as 37 miles southwest of Missoula, and Destination Missoula gives a 49-minute drive.
Do you need a reservation to soak?
Soaking reservations are not required. Day passes are sold first-come, first-served.
Can children use the indoor hot pool?
Children under 5 are not allowed in the indoor hot pool due to state regulation.
Is the Lodge at Lolo Hot Springs part of the resort?
No. The neighboring Lodge at Lolo Hot Springs is a separate business.