# Norris Hot Springs, Montana

Norris Hot Springs in Montana. 127°F (53°C). Roadside · Public Land. Gallatin County.

- Page: https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/montana/norris-hot-springs
- Source: Soaking Springs, researched and maintained by Armen Suny
- Updated: 2026-09-14

## Can you soak at Norris Hot Springs?

Only once it cools. The water leaves the ground at 127°F, hotter than any hot tub. You can drive right up to it. We haven't confirmed whether it has a pool or charges a fee.

## Key facts

| Fact | Value |
|---|---|
| Source water temperature | 127°F (53°C) (USGS record; developed pools are often cooled) |
| pH | 7.8 (Slightly Alkaline) |
| Elevation | 4,803 ft |
| Access | Roadside · Public Land, 162 ft from the nearest road |
| Land | Montana University System, OTHS |
| County | Gallatin County |
| Nearest town | Three Forks |
| Coordinates | 45.57500, -111.68300 |
| Best months to soak | February, December, January (largest gap between water and average air temperature) |
| Nearest campground | Red Mountain (MT), 6.0 mi |

## About Norris Hot Springs

Norris Hot Springs sits on land recorded as belonging to the Montana University System, in Gallatin County, Montana, with Three Forks about twenty-three miles away as the nearest town. The water is hot, hotter than soaking temperature where it surfaces. Public access is listed as unknown, which matters more than usual given the landowner. A USGS site holds a 1978 sample.

The road is right there, a bit over 150 feet away. Moderate elevation. Snow runs under five feet a winter; the year is on the dry side. Red Mountain campground lies six miles away. The ground belongs to the Montana University System, and no special land designation is recorded for it.

Hot water; test before touching. Best months on file: the three winter ones. Because access is unknown and the land is held by the university system, contact them before assuming anything. Red Mountain is the listed camping. The chemistry sample is from 1978 and includes iron.

## Water chemistry

Lab sample from 1978-08-20 (Water Quality Portal).

| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| pH | 7.8 |
| Calcium | 19 mg/L |
| Magnesium | 3 mg/L |
| Sodium | 200 mg/L |
| Sulfate | 130 mg/L |
| Chloride | 26 mg/L |
| Iron | 80 µg/L |

## Nearby

- Nearest city page: [Hot springs near Three Forks](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/near/montana/three-forks), 0 mi away
- State page: [Hot springs in Montana](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/montana)
- [Potosi Hot Springs, MT](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/montana/potosi-hot-springs): 122°F source, pH 8.3, Roadside, near Virginia City, Madison County
- [Potosi Warm Springs, MT](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/montana/potosi-warm-springs): 124°F source, pH 8.3, Short Walk, near Virginia City, Madison County
- [Ennis Hot Springs, MT](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/montana/ennis-hot-springs): 181°F source, pH 7.7, Roadside, near Virginia City, Madison County
- [Bozeman Hot Springs, MT](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/montana/bozeman-hot-springs): 131°F source, pH 9.5, TDS 464 mg/L, Roadside, near Four Corners, Gallatin County
- [Renova Hot Springs, MT](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/montana/renova-hot-springs): 122°F source, pH 7.5, Roadside, near Whitehall, Jefferson County
- [Silver Star Hot Springs, MT](https://www.soakingsprings.com/hot-springs/montana/silver-star-hot-springs): 163°F source, pH 7.6, Short Walk, near Whitehall, Jefferson County

## Questions

**What is the water temperature at Norris Hot Springs?**
Norris Hot Springs has a water temperature of 127°F (53°C). This is considered a hot spring, well above body temperature.

**Where is Norris Hot Springs located?**
Norris Hot Springs is located in Gallatin County, Montana at 4,803 feet elevation, near Three Forks. Coordinates: 45.5750°N, 111.6830°W.

**How do I get to Norris Hot Springs?**
Norris Hot Springs has Roadside road access (162 ft from the road).

**Is Norris Hot Springs free to visit?**
Norris Hot Springs has Unknown access. It is managed by OTHS.

**Can I camp near Norris Hot Springs?**
Yes, Red Mountain (Mt) is located nearby (6.0 miles away).

**What minerals are in the water at Norris Hot Springs?**
Water chemistry analysis shows the presence of pH, Calcium, Magnesium, Sodium, Sulfate, Chloride, Iron. The pH is 7.8 (slightly alkaline).

**Is it safe to soak at Norris Hot Springs?**
With care. At 127°F Norris Hot Springs is hot enough to need short sessions, fifteen to twenty minutes, and plenty of water. Enter slowly and get out if you feel light-headed.

## Sources

- USGS thermal springs records, Water Quality Portal lab analyses, OpenStreetMap, Wikipedia/Wikidata, NOAA climate normals