Water of the Gods

Norris Hot Springs (406-685-3303) bills itself as the water of the gods. While I can’t verify that claim, I must admit that there is something heavenly about sitting in a large hot pool listening to live music. The hot springs is a large 30 by 40 foot square outdoor pool that has been lined with wooden planks. Hot water bubbles up between the planks while a system of overhead sprinklers creates a warm rain along one side of the pool. At least two days a week, Norris Hot Springs features live music from their pool side stage. The best part is that you can swim, soak, and enjoy the tunes for only $5. There is also free wi-fi.

Norris Hot Springs is about 63 miles south of Helena. It’s located on the south side of Route 84, just a quarter mile east of Highway 287, in Norris, Montana. To get there from Helena, drive east on Hwy 287. Go past Townsend and the I-90 interchange at Three Forks until you see Route 84.