ARKANSAS ◆ National Parks

Hot Springs NP, the trip.

The smallest national park in area — built on top of 47 thermal springs that have been drawing soakers since before the Civil War. Bathhouse Row is a museum strip.

Field guide ◆

Stand inside the place.

The smallest national park in area — built on top of 47 thermal springs that have been drawing soakers since before the Civil War. Bathhouse Row is a museum strip. Use the interactive map on our destinations page to plan a route, and check our field guides for season-specific advice on this region.

Best seasonLate spring to early fall

Trip length2–4 days

DifficultyModerate

PermitRequired for overnight

Pack the kit ◆ Trip-tested basics