The oldest park in town, it can be found sitting right in between the surrounding mountains. Hot Springs National Park is like a hub for the city for outdoors lovers. You have access to multiple trails, a public bathhouse with natural mineral baths, and plenty of outdoor amenities to make your stay as comfortable as possible.
As previously mentioned, Hot Springs is known for its amazing mineral baths. This bathhouse is lined with stained-glass, statues, and large fixtures, and, of course, spacious tubs for everyone to soak and enjoy with complimentary spa services. This is the perfect escape for someone who needs to recharge their batteries.
The name speaks for itself, this spot in Hot Springs, Arkansas is like a living postcard. You can get here by walking behind Fordyce Bathhouse until you reach the mountain base where well-maintained vegetation blends into the surrounding woods. This is a great place to visit for those who are not big into hiking, but want to experience a good view of the rich wildlife.
This is a hidden gem that should not be missed by anyone visiting Hot Springs. This is a well-conceived museum that contains plenty of historic elements from the 1920’s through the 1940’s, when gangsters ran entire communities—and, in many cases, economies. There’s no denying the coolness or swagger of these high-stakes criminals who ran dark empires that were only second to their families in order of importance. You will walk out of this museum enlightened and probably relieved that gangsters no longer exist the way they did back then.
This last location should be experienced with a multi-day camping trip. It’s the type of place you would love to get lost in—as long as you aren’t actually lost/without your phone, of course. Ouachita has something for everyone here: rivers, mountains, forests, lakes, hiking, biking, horseback, and ATV riding. That’s right, Ouachita is a local favorite for extreme sports riders, too. There’s dedicated trails for each of these activities, so plan your trip ahead of time and experience the best that Hot Springs, Arkansas has to offer!
