Quinns Hot Springs
Quinns Hot Springs flows at 109 degrees Fahrenheit in the Clark Fork River valley of Sanders County, Montana, at a low elevation of 2,564 feet. The spring sits just 32.5 meters from the road, making it one of the most accessible thermal features in western Montana, classified as roadside access near the town of Plains.
The spring occupies the broad Clark Fork River valley where ponderosa pine, Douglas fir, and western larch cover the surrounding hillsides. At 2,564 feet, this is one of Montana's lower-elevation thermal springs, contributing to a relatively mild average annual temperature of 48.7 degrees Fahrenheit. The Clark Fork River flows nearby, and the valley serves as a major east-west transportation corridor. Annual precipitation reaches 24.1 inches with 67.3 inches of snowfall, moderate by Montana standards.
Quinns Hot Springs is accessible year-round due to its roadside location along a major highway corridor. The relatively low elevation and mild climate make winter visits feasible, though 67.3 inches of annual snowfall means road conditions can vary from November through March. Cascade Campground nearby has 11 sites and a group site accommodating RVs up to 35 feet. Fishing and rafting on the Clark Fork River pair well with a spring visit.
Quinns Hot Springs has operated as a developed resort destination in the Clark Fork corridor. The springs take their name from the Quinn family, early settlers in the Plains area. The site has been commercially developed, with soaking facilities and lodging built around the thermal source. Cascade Campground, located 3.8 kilometers away along the Clark Fork, provides a public camping alternative near the springs.
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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...
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