This 3.3-Mile Trail Was Just Named The Best Hike In Arkansas’ Hot Springs National Park
By Daniella DiRienzo|Published February 18, 2022
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Though Daniella was born in New York and has lived in a couple of other states, Mississippi has been her home for the past 25 years. After graduating from the University of Southern Mississippi, Daniella began to hone her writing skills through various internships, working for The Royal Obsession and Anatomie clothing. In the years since, she’s had the privilege of having her articles appear in several publications, such as Parents & Kids Magazine and Girl Meets Strong. She’s also had the honor of interviewing actress Sela Ward for The Mississippi Arts and Entertainment Experience.
When it comes to hiking trails, Hot Springs Mountain Trail is the best of the best! Not only does the 3.3-mile trail wind through the renowned Hot Springs National Park, but it was just named the park’s best hike. It really doesn’t get any better!
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Typically, any mention of Hot Springs National Park conjures up images of soothing mineral waters such as those at Quapaw Baths and Spa. However, there’s much more to the park than its namesake springs.
Like most parks, it boasts some great hiking trails – 26 miles of great hiking trails, to be exact.
Of all the hikes, though, Hot Springs Mountain Trail reigns supreme. It’s actually been named the best hike in the park – and it’s not hard to see why.
Rated as easy, it winds around the summit of Hot Springs Mountain, affording hikers superb, close-up views of rocky outcroppings, seasonal foliage, vibrant wildflowers, and more.
Standing at a whopping 1,256 feet above sea level, the tower boasts breathtaking panoramic vistas of the Ouachita Mountains, Hot Springs Mountain, and downtown Hot Springs. It also contains exhibits that highlight the park and local history.
*Please note, that while Hot Spring Mountain Trail is accessible year-round, the tower is open on a seasonal basis.
A scenic trek that’s just long enough to work up a sweat, Hot Springs Mountain Trail is the perfect prelude to a relaxing soak at one of the park’s famous bathhouses.
So, are you ready to check out the best hike in Arkansas’ Hot Springs National Park? For more info on this trail as well as Hot Springs National Park’s other perks, call (501) 620-6715 or visit the NPS website.
The best hikes in Arkansas don’t end with Hot Springs Mountain Trail. Click here to read about more can’t-miss hiking trails in the state.
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