Park & nature
Hot Springs National Park
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Hot Springs National Park is unique among national parks for its urban setting and thermal springs. Visitors can drink or bathe in the mineral-rich waters at historic bathhouses, hike over 26 miles of trails through Ouachita Mountain forests, and drive the Hot Springs Mountain Tower Road for panoramic views. The park's distinctive blend of natural thermal features and early 20th-century spa architecture makes it a one-of-a-kind destination.
Don't miss
- Soak in a thermal bath at the Buckstaff Bathhouse, the only bathhouse on Bathhouse Row still offering traditional spa services.
- Hike the Hot Springs Mountain Trail for a moderate loop with views of the city and surrounding mountains.
- Visit the Hot Springs Mountain Tower for a 216-foot observation deck overlooking the park and Ouachita Mountains.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Hot Springs National Park
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inMount Batur Sunrise & Natural Hot Springs4.8★ · 10 travelers~10 hoursFree cancellationFrom$17 per personSee dates →
Best full dayLa Fortuna Waterfall, Arenal Volcano, Hot Springs Full Day Tour4.8★ · 2,525 travelers~11 hoursFree cancellationFrom$105 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleNatural Hot Springs Experience5★ · 88 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$175 per personSee dates →More attractions in Hot Springs