Hot Springs National Park

Travel | Hot Springs National Park

Hot Springs National Park was a last minute road trip addition. While gazing at a map, I noticed swinging by was only slightly out of the way.

My visit was low-key and early in the morning. Strolling along the Grand Promenade and seeing the steamy hot springs was a lovely opportunity to stretch my legs before hopping back in my car.

Top Five Hikes + Places to Explore

• Bathhouse Row National Historic Landmark District - enjoy the eclectic downtown and historic bathhouses.

• Grand Promenade - a half mile trail offering views of historic downtown Hot Springs.

• Hot Springs Mountain Trail - a 1.7 mile trail on Hot Springs Mountain, through hardwood and pine forests.

• Sunset Trail - a 10 mile hike taking you by Ricks Pond, the highest elevation in the park and an abundance of wildflowers when in season.

• Tufa Terrace Trail - a short quarter mile trail with views of large tufa formations, surrounded by steam!