The most comprehensive guide to the hot springs of the northern Rockies, Touring Montana and Wyoming Hot Springs covers 55 of the region's best thermal soaking spots. Take a tour of the rustic resorts and undeveloped soaking pools in northwest Montana or the isolated hot water wells on the prairies of eastern Montana. Discover the high-mountain hot springs of western Wyoming and historic warm springs along the Oregon Trail. Touring Montana and Wyoming Hot Springs also provides the latest information on exploring hot springs in Yellowstone National Park. Learn about the hot thermal waterfalls of Boiling River in the northwest corner of the park as well as the hot water creeks in central and southwest Yellowstone. Author Jeff Birkby includes detailed information for each spring, including directions, easy-to-read maps, and fascinating histories. Both primitive and commercial hot springs are covered, providing something for everyone. Touring Montana and Wyoming Hot Spring is the perfect companion for hot springs enthusiasts and those looking for a unique vacation experience.
Jeff Birkby lives in Missoula, Montana, where he consults on geothermal energy projects and works for a nonprofit sustainable energy organization.
Jeff's passion for Montana's thermal waters began more than 25 years ago when he first started working as a geothermal energy specialist for the state of Montana's energy office. He is an experienced speaker and the author of two books about hot springs in the Pacific Northwest: Touring Montana and Wyoming Hot Springs, and Touring Oregon and Washington Hot Springs.
Jeff is a member of the Humanities Montana Speakers' Bureau, and lectures around the state of Montana on the social history of Montana hot springs.
