Natural hot spring · Montana
Renova Hotspring
Madison County, Montana · 5.7 miles south of Whitehall, MT
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Last updated
- Type
- Natural Natural hot spring
- Water temperature
- 122°F (50°C) at the source
- Cost
- Not recorded
- Hours or season
- Not recorded
- Clothing
- Not recorded
- Nearest town
- Whitehall, MT (6 mi / 9 km)
- Coordinates
- Pools or sources
- 1
- Scalding: recorded at 50°C or above. Water at this temperature causes burns in seconds.
About Renova Hotspring
Renova Hotspring is a natural hot spring in Madison County, Montana, about 5.7 miles south of Whitehall, MT. The nearest large city is Butte, MT, roughly 25 miles away as the crow flies.
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 122°F (50°C). That puts it in the "too hot to enter at the source" range. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
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
Too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
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 Renova Hotspring. Other colored dots are nearby springs in this directory. Coordinates: 45.79090, -112.12696.
Getting there
- Nearest town: Whitehall, MT. The spring is about 5.7 miles (9 km) south of town in a straight line.
- Nearest large city: Butte, MT, about 25 miles (40 km) in a straight line.
- Planning from a city? See hot springs near Bozeman, 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 Renova Hotspring
- Pipestone Hot Springs 135°F
- Silver Star Hot Springs 163°F
- Norris Hot Springs 127°F
- Boulder Hot Springs 169°F
- New Biltmore Hot Springs 127°F
- Ennis Hot Springs 181°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 Renova Hotspring?
The recorded temperature has been recorded at 122°F (50°C), which is too hot to enter at the source. Water this hot can burn skin quickly. Soaking pools are usually cooled by mixing with creek or tap water. Never enter the source itself.
Where is Renova Hotspring?
Renova Hotspring is in Madison County, Montana, about 5.7 miles south of Whitehall, MT. The GPS coordinates are 45.7909, -112.1270.
How do I get to Renova Hotspring?
Head for Whitehall, MT; the spring is about 5.7 miles south of town. Enter the GPS coordinates 45.7909, -112.1270 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 Renova Hotspring?
The source is too hot to enter safely. 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 Renova Hotspring?
The closest listed spring is Pipestone Hot Springs, about 8.9 miles northwest. Silver Star Hot Springs is about 11 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 Source 2 Source 3 Source 4
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