Hot Springs, Montana facts for kids
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Hot Springs, Montana
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Hotels in Hot Springs, Montana c. 1947
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"Limp in, Leap out"
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Location of Hot Springs, Montana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Montana |
| County | Sanders |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.38 sq mi (0.99 km2) |
| • Land | 0.38 sq mi (0.99 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,841 ft (866 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 557 |
| • Density | 1,450.52/sq mi (560.51/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
59845
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| Area code(s) | 406 |
| FIPS code | 30-37825 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0772580 |
Hot Springs is a small town in Sanders County, Montana, United States. It is located on the Flathead Indian Reservation. In 2020, about 557 people lived there.
The town started in the 1890s as two smaller settlements called Pineville and Camas. It officially became a town in 1929. Hot Springs was once known as Camas or Camas Hot Springs. This name came from the camas plant, which grows a lot in the area.
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Exploring Hot Springs' Location
Hot Springs is a town that covers about 0.99 square kilometers (0.38 square miles) of land. It is famous for its natural mineral hot springs, like Camas Hot Springs and Wild Horse Hot Springs. The town's motto, "Limp In, Leap Out," suggests that soaking in these waters can make you feel better.
Staying Connected in Hot Springs
In 2012, Hot Springs was featured in Time magazine because of its cell phone service. At that time, the town had only one cell phone tower. Wi-Fi was also limited to certain places in and around town.
Who Lives in Hot Springs?
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 447 | — | |
| 1940 | 663 | 48.3% | |
| 1950 | 733 | 10.6% | |
| 1960 | 585 | −20.2% | |
| 1970 | 664 | 13.5% | |
| 1980 | 601 | −9.5% | |
| 1990 | 411 | −31.6% | |
| 2000 | 531 | 29.2% | |
| 2010 | 544 | 2.4% | |
| 2020 | 557 | 2.4% | |
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Population Details from 2010
In 2010, there were 544 people living in Hot Springs. These people lived in 297 households. About 17.8% of these households had children under 18. The average age of people in the town was 54 years old.
Most residents (77.8%) were White. About 9.9% were Native American. Other groups made up smaller parts of the population.
Fun Things to Do in Hot Springs
Hot Springs is a popular place for visitors. Many people come to soak in the hot springs pools. These pools have mineral water that many believe is good for you.
Places to Stay and Relax
- The Symes Hotel is a historic hotel listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
- Alameda's is a spa motel from the 1930s. It offers private baths with special lithium-rich mineral waters.
Music and Arts Scene
The "Hot Springs Artists Society" is a group that brings musical acts to a local hotel. You can often hear blues, folk, or country music from local and visiting artists. Sometimes, there are special concerts on Sundays. In the summer, the music moves outdoors!
Local History and Learning
The LaRue Hot Springs Museum is also a popular spot for tourists. If you love to read, the Preston Hot Springs Library serves the area.
Learning and Schools
The Hot Springs School District teaches students from kindergarten all the way through 12th grade. In the 2021-2022 school year, 179 students were enrolled across three schools. The sports teams at Hot Springs High School are known as the Savage Heat.
News and Radio
Hot Springs has local newspapers like the Sanders County Ledger and the Clark Fork Valley Press. Both are printed weekly and can also be found online. The town also has its own FM radio station, KJFK-LP.
Getting Around Hot Springs
Montana Highway 28 is located east of the town. The Hot Springs Airport is a public airport owned by the county. It is about 4 kilometers (2 nautical miles) east of the town center. If you need to fly commercially, the nearest airports are Glacier Park International Airport (about 117 km or 73 miles north) and Missoula Montana Airport (about 114 km or 71 miles south).
Sanders County Transportation offers shuttle vans and buses. These can take you to and from different cities and towns in Sanders, Flathead, and Missoula Counties.
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Hotels in Hot Springs, Montana c. 1947
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Location of Hot Springs, Montana
See also
In Spanish: Hot Springs (Montana) para niños
