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HOT SPR INGS R E SORT

Since first being discovered by “Doctor”
Martin Quinn approximately 140 years ago photo by:
Noah Couser Photography
in the early 1880s, this enchanting riverside
hot springs hideaway has been a cherished
retreat for generations. Fed by natural
geothermal springs, these mineral-rich
waters have offered miners, frontier travelers
and now modern-day tourists, healing, rest
and relaxation at the base of a majestic
mountain range.
The resort has five 100% natural flow-
through hot spring pools with temperature
ranges from 100 to 106 degrees and a cold
plunge pool at 55 degrees. Two additional

photo by:
Noah Couser Photography

guests to enjoy their favorite drink while 40 degrees.
soaking in the ambiance of the surrounding Quinn’s offers three swim sessions
natural landscape. Quinn’s also features an daily for non-lodging guests: 8am-12pm,
ADA pool lift for disabled guests to enter 12pm-4pm and 4pm-8pm. Quinn’s requires
and exit the pools. online, advance reservations for all non-
Besides enjoying peaceful and soul lodging swim sessions. The resort has also
soothing aesthetics, the pools also function implemented RFID technology in the form of
with efficiency, using geothermal technology a silicone bracelet to facilitate a hospitable
that has led to a more eco-friendly and and worry-free experience, enabling guests
cost-effective operation. Hot mineral water to easily access pools or purchase food and
is pumped in through a geothermal well merchandise.
at 118 degrees Fahrenheit and then mixed Whether you come for a day swim, or stay
with cold water to achieve individual pool longer in one of their deluxe mountain side
temperatures, ranging from the upper 90s cabins, or the Glacier Lodge, you’ll be able
to 106 degrees, with a 55-degree cold to relax, unwind and let nature rejuvenate
plunge pool for guests wishing to complete your body and mind in the healing waters of
a comprehensive thermotherapy cycle. Heat the hot springs resort.
pools are salt treated and maintained in the from the water is then used to warm pool Quinn’s Hot Springs Resort is located at
upper 90s to 100 degrees to allow swimmers decks, buildings, the recirculating pool, and 190 Highway 135, Paradise, MT, just west of
of all ages. Exquisite attention to detail is a changing room showers. This conscientious the intersection with Montana Highway 200.
hallmark of Quinn’s resort with stone-lined approach allows Quinn’s to return water to Website: quinnshotsprings.com Phone: 406-
pools, 2 lodges and over 25 canyon and river- the ground and underlying aquifer at a cool 826-3150
side cabins, ranging from standard to deluxe,
offering travelers the ability to connect with
nature and soak in the same soothing waters
that have comforted travelers for over a
century.
The pools are positioned on high ground
with scenic views of the surrounding canyon.
Strategically placed slabs of rock from the
adjacent hillside extend the elements of
nature right into the curvilinear pools. Gentle
burbling waterfall features and soothing
lighting augment the peaceful ambience. The
pool linings comprise of smooth multicolored
pebbles and glass bead aggregate; this
infuses vibrant color and creates a non-slip,
durable surface resistant to stains and wear.
Two attractive buildings border the
pool complex with spacious changing
rooms featuring private walk-in showers,
a handicap-accessible family restroom, an photo by:
elevator, and a convenient check-in desk for Noah Couser Photography
day-use swimming. A poolside bar allows
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