Chico, Montana
A historic hot springs resort in Montana's Paradise Valley, where steaming pools, mountain views, and old-West hospitality meet on the road to Yellowstone.
A historic hot springs resort in Montana's Paradise Valley, where steaming pools, mountain views, and old-West hospitality meet on the road to Yellowstone.
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Overview
Chico Hot Springs Resort sits in Paradise Valley in southern Montana, about 30 miles south of Livingston and 30 miles north of Yellowstone's north entrance at Gardiner. The resort has welcomed guests since 1900, built around two open-air mineral pools fed by natural hot springs, with the Absaroka Mountains rising behind it and the Yellowstone River flowing nearby.
Visitors come to soak in the warm pools, eat in the historic dining room, and use the resort as a base for Yellowstone, horseback riding, rafting, and hiking in the valley. Day visitors are welcome at the pools, and the resort also offers lodging, a day spa, and a saloon that has long been a gathering place for the valley.
The large main pool stays near 96 degrees for long, comfortable soaks, while the smaller upper pool runs hotter, near 103. Both are outdoors, open year-round, with mountain views all around.
Tip: Try the pools at dusk, when steam rises off the water against the mountains.
The resort's dining room is one of Montana's best-known restaurants, serving Western fine dining in a historic setting. The prime rib is a local favorite, and reservations are wise in the busy season.
Tip: Book a dinner table in advance, especially on summer weekends.
The on-site day spa offers massages, facials, and body treatments, a natural pairing with a long soak in the mineral pools. It turns a quick stop into a full day of rest.
Tip: Book spa treatments ahead of time, as slots fill up on busy weekends.
Guided horseback rides from the resort cross open meadows and climb toward valley viewpoints, with the Absaroka Range on the horizon. Rides suit most experience levels and run in the warmer months.
Tip: Wear long pants and closed shoes, and bring a hat for sun on the trail.
Highway 89 follows the Yellowstone River south through Paradise Valley to Gardiner and the park's north entrance. The drive is one of Montana's prettiest, with river views and mountain scenery the whole way.
Tip: Allow extra time for photo stops and slow traffic along the river road.
The resort saloon is a classic Western gathering place, with live music on many weekends and a friendly local crowd. It is a relaxed place to end the day after soaking and dinner.
Tip: Check the events board on arrival for live music and evening happenings.
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