Natural hot spring · Montana
Nimrod Warm Springs
Granite County, Montana · 13 miles east of Clinton, MT
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Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 70°F (21°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Clinton, MT (13 mi / 21 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
About Nimrod Warm Springs
Nimrod Warm Springs is a natural hot spring in Granite County, Montana, about 13 miles east of Clinton, MT. The nearest large city is Missoula, MT, roughly 28 miles away as the crow flies.
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 70°F (21°C). That puts it in the "cool to lukewarm" range. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
It is a natural spring with little or no development. Some natural springs have rock pools you can sit in, while others are too hot, too shallow or on land where soaking is not allowed.
Water temperature
Cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
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 Nimrod Warm Springs. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 46.70478, -113.45619.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Clinton, MT. The spring is about 13 miles (21 km) east of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Missoula, MT, about 28 miles (45 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 Nimrod Warm Springs
- Warm Springs (state Hospital) 172°F
- Sleeping Child Hot Springs 122°F
- Lolo Hot Springs, Granite Springs 111°F
- Gregson Hot Springs 158°F
- Broadwater (helena) Hot Springs 151°F
- Medicine Hot Springs 117°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 Details in any directory can go out of date.
- Pack out everything you bring, including food scraps. Do not use soap in natural pools.
- 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 Nimrod Warm Springs?
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 70°F (21°C), which is cool to lukewarm. Below body temperature. Refreshing in summer, chilly in winter.
Where is Nimrod Warm Springs?
Nimrod Warm Springs is in Granite County, Montana, about 13 miles east of Clinton, MT. The GPS coordinates are 46.7048, -113.4562.
How do I get to Nimrod Warm Springs?
Head for Clinton, MT; the spring is about 13 miles east of town. Enter the GPS coordinates 46.7048, -113.4562 into Google Maps or Apple Maps, or use the directions buttons at the top of this page. Mountain and forest roads can close in winter or after storms, so check with the land manager before you go.
Can you soak at Nimrod Warm Springs?
Natural springs vary. Some have pools built by visitors, others are too hot or shallow, and some are on private land or in areas where bathing is banned. Check local rules and test the water before you get in.
What hot springs are near Nimrod Warm Springs?
The closest listed spring is Warm Springs (state Hospital), about 48 miles southeast. Sleeping Child Hot Springs is about 49 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 OpenStreetMap, the NOAA NCEI Thermal Springs List. Data last refreshed August 2026. Source 1
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