DO THINGS
Explore the world class recreation that lies in all directions of Norris Hot Springs and be back in time for dinner and a relaxing soak. Below is a list of our favorite recreational sites, activities, towns, eateries, and true Montana experiences.
LOCATION |
ACTIVITIES |
DISTANCE |
INSIDER INFO |
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Outdoor Fun |
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| Revenue Flats | motorsports, rock climbing, rock hounding for quartz, mountain biking, no fee camping | 2 mi. - Info | Lots of winding roads and rolling hills to explore and get lost in! |
| Madison River (Upper & Lower) | flyfishing, tubing, fishing, kayaking, fishing, camping, fishing | 4 mi. - Map | Great fishing & floating! Beware of fishing restrictions for high summer water temperatures. |
| Sureshot Lake | camping, swimming, hiking | 14 mi. - Map | There are two routes that take approximately equal time, but are 14 and 23 miles respectively. See map. |
| Ennis, MT | dining, camping, Inns | 18 mi. - Info | A picturesque little town on your way to Yellowstone from Norris. |
| Lewis & Clark Caverns | hiking, cavern tours, camping | 26 mi. - Info | Nice cool cavern tour on a hot day. Closed seasonally. |
| Virginia City | Ghost town tours, stagecoach & train rides, entertainment, food | 32 mi. - Info | The ghost town tours are great fun! |
State & National Parks |
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| Missouri Headwaters State Park | fishing, camping, birdwatching | 33 mi. - Info | Look into guided hikes and educational events! Great for families. |
| Montana Whitewater Rafting & Zipline | rafting, zipline tours, hiking | 45 mi. - Info | This is who to call for real adventure in the most beautiful spots nearby. |
| Yellowstone National Park | Hiking, camping, fishing, photography, wildlife sighting, historic inns, and more. | 89 mi. - Info | Unless you've already seen all the wildlife you want, YNP is a blast! No super caldera pun intended... |
| Glacier National Park | camping, hiking, fishing, photography, sightseeing | 282 mi. - Info | A must-see, extending into Canada as the International Peace Park. |
Food, Drinks, Accommodations |
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| Norris Bar | Food & Drink | 2 mi. - Map | Carmen serves up ribs and home cooked meals all summer, with delicious soups & drinks in winter. |
| Pony Bar | Food & Drink | 18 mi. - Map | A truly authentic western bar experience. |
| Banditos / Gravel Bar | Food & Drink | 18 mi. - Info | Excellent southwest cuisine and a great bar thanks to our friends, Scott & Amy Kelly |
| Bob's Place - Virginia City, MT | Pizza | 32 mi. - Map | Kirk is your host, when not soaking after delivering our pizzas! |
| Sacajawea Hotel | Food, Drink, & Inn | 33 mi. - Info | Beautiful restored period hotel, now you know where to go for Sunday brunch |
| Willow Creek | Food & Drink | 38 mi. - Map | Chicken fried chicken like my grandma used to make. Reservations: (406) 285-3698 |
Hot Springs |
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| Potosi Hot Springs | Hot Springs | 25 mi. - Map | Non commercial -Located less than a mile hike from the campground near Pony |
| Bozeman Hot Springs | Hot Springs | 28 mi. - Info | One outdoor and many indoor pools of varying temperatures, health club, camping |
| Boulder Hot Springs | Hot Springs | 58 mi. - Info | Restored mission style hotel, food, outdoor pool and an indoor plunge in each dressing room |
| Fairmont Hot Springs | Hot Springs | 75 mi. - Info | Indoor and outdoor pool, water slide, rooms – kids love it |
| Chico Hot Springs | Hot Springs | 82 mi. - Info | Our hero; good food, affordable rooms, great hot water and lots of activities |
| Boiling River | Hot Springs | 115 mi. - Map | Yellowstone Park’s one place to soak legally |
| Elkhorn Hot Springs | Hot Springs | 131 mi. - Info | Rustic and wonderful, great for a crosscountry ski weekend |
| Jackson Hot Springs | Hot Springs | 136 mi. - Info | It takes a while to get there, but the drive makes you wonder if there is overpopulation |
| Quinn's | Food, Drinks, Inn, & Springs | 247 mi. - Info | Restaurant, bar, rooms and pools |
On Vacation
Norris Hot Springs lies between some of the Rocky Mountains’ most gorgeous scenery, and most popular vacation destinations. Only 1.5 hours separates us from the West entrance of Yellowstone Park, and 5 hours from Glacier National Park.
Click below to see how you can make Norris Hot Springs a stop on your next Montana adventure!
YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK
GLACIER NATIONAL PARK
MISSOURI HEADWATERS STATE PARK
