Blog | Hot Springs National Park Arkansas

I stopped to catch my breath and gazed out across the valley to the surrounding mountains. The autumn leaves glowed in the light of the setting sun. The scenery would have taken my breath away if I wasn’t already gasping for air. I had joined the local running club, the Spa Pacers, for one...

Hot Springs' art community is multi-faceted - from painters, potters and photographers to sculptors, woodworkers, filmmakers and fiber artists. What better way to showcase our art scene than with big beautiful murals ordaining the walls of our historic town? Baseball players pitching like they did r...

Visiting Hot Springs can more about just the sights & attractions. It's also a terrific excuse for pampering and self-care! Whether you take advantage of our local barbershops & salons while here --or are just interested in seeing a little more about the fine people who call our quirky, litt...

Player One of the oldest and still operating attractions in Hot Springs features alligators, turtles, goats, wolves, peacocks, and rabbits! And, the list of animals there is longer than that. It's the Arkansas Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo. In this episode, meet Jamie Bridges, the General Manag...

Experience Hot Springs in a whole new way; on two wheels! Just minutes away from the hustle and bustle of historic downtown Hot Springs you'll find a variety of trail options that bring World Class Mountain Biking to Arkansas. Trails perfect for all ages and skill levels that offer something fun for...

Superior Bathhouse Brewery is the first and only brewery in a National Park! It’s also the only brewery in the world that uses thermal water to make beer! Owner Rose Schweikhart walks us through her process of creating these tasty treats, such as the Foul Play Stout, a dark, full-bodied oat...

It’s much easier to write about hiking on a rainy Monday… My first attempt was a few days prior – on a beautiful, sunny Saturday in early fall. The leaves had started to change color and a light breeze was ushering the warmer weather out the door like a polite hostess signaling to...

Player While many would say downtown Hot Springs is stronger now than it's been in decades, the growth came in the wake of difficult challenges. The Hot Springs National Park was almost downgraded to a "historic site"; floods roared through the downtown business district in the early 90's sweeping ...

Gulpha Gorge Want a secluded camp spot just minutes away from historic downtown Hot Springs? Gulpha Gorge is the spot for you! Unique features include scenic hiking trails and a winding creek, running right through the campground. Gulpha Gorge Campground accommodates both tents and RVs...

Come be inspired by the surroundings of Hot Springs, Arkansas! We're diving headfirst into all things art - from mesmerizing glass blowing at Riley Art Glass Studio, to fine art at Justus Fine Art Gallery and even dynamic pottery pieces from Dryden Pottery. Quirky & creative are two words th...