Hot Springs Hikes

Preservation in the PinesWe invite you to join us on a journey through Hot Springs National Park on May 9! The ranger-led hike will explore the preservation strategies of Hot Springs National Park natural resources. The hike will start at the Hot Springs Mountain Picnic......More

Preservation in the PinesWe invite you to join us on a journey through Hot Springs National Park on May 9! The ranger-led hike will explore the preservation strategies of Hot Springs National Park natural resources. The hike will start at the Hot Springs Mountain Picnic and Day Use Area.The 3 miles of mildly strenuous hiking will follow Hot Springs Mountain and Upper Dogwood Trails.Details:Date: May 9Time: 10:00-1:00Meeting Point: Hot Springs Mountain Picnic and Day Use AreaWhat to Bring: Comfortable hiking shoes, plenty of water, and snacks.No reservations required. Please email [email protected] for more information.

Hot Springs Mountain

Hot Springs Hikes

Reconnect with Nature: A Hike for Mental Health AwarenessWe invite you to join us on a journey through Hot Springs National Park on April 11th! This special Ranger-guided hike is designed not only to immerse you in the beauty of the park but also to highlight the import......More

Reconnect with Nature: A Hike for Mental Health AwarenessWe invite you to join us on a journey through Hot Springs National Park on April 11th! This special Ranger-guided hike is designed not only to immerse you in the beauty of the park but also to highlight the importance of our mental health.In today’s fast-paced world, taking time to unwind in nature can significantly uplift our mood and overall well-being. Studies have shown that spending time outdoors reduces stress, enhances creativity, and improves our mental clarity.The hike will start on the porch of the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 10am to hike up Peak Trail to Hot Springs Mountain and back, about 1.2 miles total and moderately strenuous. There will be a special activity in honor of National Poetry month. Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, snacks, and friends or family!Details:Date: April 11thTime: 10:00-12:00Meeting Point: Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center front porch.What to Bring: Comfortable hiking shoes, plenty of water, and snacks.No reservations required. Please email [email protected] for more information.

Fordyce Bathhouse

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Park Chats

Join park rangers and guest speakers for 1-hour in-depth presentations of the stories of America's oldest national park. April's presentation about the "Other Lewis and Clark" expedition will discuss the Hunter and Dunbar Expedition to Hot Springs in 1804 and 1805.

Garland County Library

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Hot Springs Hikes

Reconnect with Nature: A Hike for Mental Health AwarenessWe invite you to join us on a journey through Hot Springs National Park on April 11th! This special Ranger-guided hike is designed not only to immerse you in the beauty of the park but also to highlight the import......More

Reconnect with Nature: A Hike for Mental Health AwarenessWe invite you to join us on a journey through Hot Springs National Park on April 11th! This special Ranger-guided hike is designed not only to immerse you in the beauty of the park but also to highlight the importance of our mental health.In today’s fast-paced world, taking time to unwind in nature can significantly uplift our mood and overall well-being. Studies have shown that spending time outdoors reduces stress, enhances creativity, and improves our mental clarity.The hike will start on the porch of the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 10am to hike up Peak Trail to Hot Springs Mountain and back, about 1.2 miles total and moderately strenuous. There will be a special activity in honor of National Poetry month. Bring comfortable walking shoes, water, snacks, and friends or family!Details:Date: April 11thTime: 10:00-12:00Meeting Point: Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center front porch.What to Bring: Comfortable hiking shoes, plenty of water, and snacks.No reservations required. Please email [email protected] for more information.

Fordyce Bathhouse

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.

Ranger Guided Walk (Outdoor)

Join a ranger for a free, 45-minute outdoor tour of Bathhouse Row, the thermal springs, and the downtown area of Hot Springs National Park! Themes and topics vary by ranger. No reservations are required. 

Fordyce Tour

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. ...More

Join a Ranger tour through the Fordyce Bathhouse to learn about the history of the Great American Spa era that made Hot Springs National Park the leading public health and leisure resort in the United States. Themes and topics vary by ranger, no reservations required. 

This tour takes place with the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum at 369 Central Avenue.