Green Springs

Sanders County, Montana · Near Plains
47.4510°N, 114.6480°W · 2,813 ft
79°F 72°F air · Good soaking weather 2,813 ft Unknown Roadside DESG Camping nearby (13.0 mi)

Eleven miles from Plains, on Flathead Reservation ground in Sanders County, Green Springs runs warm to the touch and not hot, cooler than a bath. Cottonwood Creek Road runs right past. The land is tribal, access is unrecorded, and there is no photograph or chemistry on file, so the record is slim.

Location

Low elevation for Montana, down in a valley where snow falls in moderate amounts and rainfall is on the wetter side for the state. The spring is a roadside one, barely past the shoulder of Cottonwood Creek Road. Tribal ownership means this is not open public ground by default.

Ask the reservation before you visit; access is unknown. Cascade Campground is about thirteen miles away. December through February are listed as best, and a winter visit is workable given moderate snow. No fee on record. The temperature on file has no survey date attached, so treat it as approximate.

Monthly Climate
27°
Jan
27°
Feb
36°
Mar
44°
Apr
55°
May
62°
Jun
72°
Jul
72°
Aug
61°
Sep
47°
Oct
36°
Nov
28°
Dec
Annual Precip: 22.5 in Annual Snow: 59.2 in
Best Time to Visit
January Air 27°F · Water 79°F · +52° contrast
February Air 27°F · Water 79°F · +52° contrast
December Air 28°F · Water 79°F · +51° contrast
January offers 45°F more contrast than August
Current Conditions
72°F
SSW 10.8 mph 38% Good soaking weather
This Afternoon 68° Low 45° Partly Sunny 12% precip
Spring is +11° warmer
Saturday 68° Low 46° Mostly Cloudy 2% precip
Spring is +11° warmer
Sunday 60° Low 46° Rain Showers 88% precip
Spring is +19° warmer
Monday 62° Low 42° Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny 23% precip
Spring is +17° warmer
Tuesday 64° Low 44° Mostly Sunny 4% precip
Spring is +15° warmer
Nearby Camping
Nearby Camping
Cascade Campground 13.0 mi away

Overview Scenic BywayClark Fork RiverIron Mountain TrailheadCascade FallsWildlifeDouglas-fir, ponderosa pine, and western larch treesRecreation CampingHikingFishingRaftingBoatingFacilities Cascade Campground has 11 sites plus 1 group site that are back in only and can accommodate RV's 27' to 35' in length depending on the site. All sites have a picnic table and a fire ring. A primitive boat ramp is available on Clark Fork River across the highway from the campground. Potable water, vault to...

Reservable Yes
Reserve on Recreation.gov →
Temperature
79°F
Warm Hot Boiling
Water Temp 79°F (26°C)
Avg Air Temp 47°F
Above Ambient +32°F
Mild soaking conditions September
Access
Unknown
Road Access Roadside
Nearest Road Cottonwood Creek Road
Distance to Road 127 ft
Land
Ownership DESG
Agency DESG
Designation Tribal Land
Unit Flathead Reservation
Manager TRIB
Protection 4 - No known protection
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the water temperature at Green Springs?
Green Springs has a water temperature of 79°F (26°C). This is a warm thermal spring.
Where is Green Springs located?
Green Springs is located in Sanders County, Montana at 2,813 feet elevation, near Plains. Coordinates: 47.4510°N, 114.6480°W.
How do I get to Green Springs?
Green Springs has Roadside road access, with the nearest road being Cottonwood Creek Road (127 ft from the road).
Is Green Springs free to visit?
Green Springs has Unknown access. It is managed by DESG.
Can I camp near Green Springs?
Yes, Cascade Campground is located nearby (13.0 miles away).