Hot Springs National Park has a rich cultural past. The grand architecture of our historic bathhouses is equally matched by the natural curiosities that have been drawing people here for hundreds of years. Ancient thermal springs, mountain views, incredible geology, forested hikes, and abundant creeks – all in the midd
Free — you won’t need your pass here.
Free entry — there is no entrance fee here, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
- Fee type No fee — No fee is charged here.
- HoursArlington Lawn, Grand Promenade, sidewalks on Bathhouse Row, Reserve Street, and Fountain Street, except for walk through traffic, are open from to 5:00 am to 10:00 pm, daily. Roads to Hot Springs Mountain, North Mountai
- Source National Park Service ↗
- Last verifiedJuly 6, 2026 · Confirmed
- Official pagewww.nps.gov ↗
- Contact 5016206715 · hosp_park_information@nps.gov
From Little Rock: Take I-30W towards Texarkana. Exit 111 for US 70W/Hot Springs. Turn Right onto Spring St. Turn Right onto Central Ave. Drive North, the Park will be on the right after Reserve St. From Texarkana: Take 1-30E. Exit 78 for AR-7 and turn left under the highway. Follow AR-7 North for 31
Common questions
Quick Yes / No / Depends answers for Hot Springs National Park — always confirm with the managing site before you go.
No Is there a fee at Hot Springs National Park?
No — it’s free to enter, so you won’t need your pass to get in.
Yes Can you fish at Hot Springs National Park?
Yes — fishing is one of the listed activities here. You’ll need a valid state fishing license.
Yes Can you camp at Hot Springs National Park?
Yes — camping is available. Reserve ahead where required; you can check availability on Recreation.gov.
Depends Can you have a campfire?
Sometimes — campfires are subject to seasonal fire restrictions and bans. Always check current fire conditions first.
Yes Are there hiking trails?
Yes — trails here include Arlington Trail, Balanced Rock Trail, Canyon Trail, and more. Check length and difficulty before you go.
Yes Can you bike here?
Yes — biking is available at Hot Springs National Park. Confirm which roads or trails allow it.
Depends Can you ride OHVs or ATVs here?
Yes — off-highway vehicle use is among the activities here. Stay on designated routes and check any permit or registration rules.
Depends Can you bring a dog?
Usually only leashed and in developed areas, campgrounds, and paved paths — not on most trails or in buildings. Pet rules vary by park, so check first.
No Are drones allowed?
No — launching, landing, or operating drones is prohibited on National Park Service land.
Nearby sites
Aaron Walden / CC BY 2.5 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Forest Service Ouachita National Forest
CheckThis Forest Service site may charge a fee your pass covers — confirm before you go.
Robert Nunnally / CC BY 2.0 · Wikimedia Commons U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Lake Ouachita
CheckArmy Corps site — the pass gives 50% off day-use fees only and never covers camping. Confirm at the gate.
