Developed hot spring pool · Montana
Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs
Missoula County, Montana · 22 miles west of Lolo, MT
Last updated
- Type
- Developed Developed hot spring pool
- Water temperature
- 111°F (44°C) at the source
- Cost
- Paid entry (check current price)
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Lolo, MT (22 mi / 35 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 2
- Very hot: above comfortable soaking temperature for most people. Enter slowly.
- Historical record only: this spring has not been confirmed on the ground since 1981 and may be on private land.
About Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs
Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs is a developed hot spring pool in Missoula County, Montana, about 22 miles west of Lolo, MT. The nearest large city is Missoula, MT, roughly 27 miles away as the crow flies.
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 111°F (44°C). That puts it in the "very hot" range. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy. At developed sites the soaking pools are normally cooled to a comfortable level, so the pools you sit in will be cooler than this figure.
This is a developed site with built pools, tubs or a bathhouse, so there is usually an entry fee, set opening hours and basic facilities.
The site has 2 mapped pools or sources within about 500 meters of each other.
This spring comes from the US federal Thermal Springs List compiled in 1981. Nobody has confirmed it on the ground for this directory since, so treat the details as historical. Many springs on that list sit on private ranch land, so never visit without permission.
Water temperature
Very hot. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
Readings come from the NOAA thermal springs list, OpenStreetMap mappers, and other public sources. Temperatures change with season, flow and pool design. See our soak temperature guide for safe soaking times.
Map and directions
Red marks Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 46.72800, -114.53300.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Lolo, MT. The spring is about 22 miles (35 km) west of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Missoula, MT, about 27 miles (43 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Missoula, MT.
- Use the directions buttons above for a driving route. Final roads to many springs are unpaved, seasonal or closed in winter, so check road conditions before you go.
Weather forecast
Live forecast for this exact spot from the US National Weather Service.
Hot springs near Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs
- Jerry Johnson Hot Springs Big Pool 118°F
- Colgate Warm Springs 106°F
- Weir Hot Spring Lower Pool Not recorded
- Stanley Hot Springs 120°F
- Stuart Hot Springs Not recorded
- Sleeping Child Hot Springs 122°F
Before you go
- Check the operator, land manager or park website for current hours, fees and closures. Details in any directory can go out of date.
- Keep your head above water. Warm fresh water can carry Naegleria fowleri, a rare but deadly amoeba that enters through the nose.
- Drink water, limit soaks to 10 to 20 minutes at a time in very hot water, and skip alcohol.
- Read our hot spring etiquette guide and safety guide.
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs?
The temperature at the source has been recorded at 111°F (44°C), which is very hot. Hotter than a hot tub. Enter slowly, keep soaks short and get out if you feel dizzy.
Where is Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs?
Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs is in Missoula County, Montana, about 22 miles west of Lolo, MT. The GPS coordinates are 46.7280, -114.5330.
Is Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs free?
No. It is recorded as a paid site. Check the operator's website for current prices and booking rules.
What hot springs are near Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs?
The closest listed spring is Jerry Johnson Hot Springs Big Pool, about 24 miles southwest. Colgate Warm Springs is about 26 miles away.
What should I bring to a hot spring?
Water to drink, a towel, sandals with grip, a bag to pack out trash, and warm layers for after your soak. At primitive springs bring a headlamp and tell someone where you are going.
Sources and corrections
This listing combines the NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List, OpenStreetMap. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1 Source 2
Visited recently? Send a correction, such as a temperature reading, fee, closure or photo. If you look after this spring and want it removed, see removal requests.