When it comes to hiking trails, Hot Springs Mountain Trail is the best of the best! Not only does the 3.3-mile trail meander through the renowned Hot Springs National Park but it was also named the park’s best hike. So, grab your hiking gear, and come with us on this grand adventure to explore one of the best hikes in Hot Springs National Park. 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.

The 3.3-mile loop trail boasts a unique mix of history and nature, just like the park itself.

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.

Another perk of the trail is that it boasts an array of scenic overlooks.

Of course, the best views can be found from atop the Hot Springs Mountain Tower, which is (luckily!) located along the trail.

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.

Take this quick trek with Black Hiking Queen on what we consider the best hike in Hot Springs National Park.

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So, are you ready to check out the best hike in Arkansas? For more info on this trail as well as Hot Springs National Park’s other perks, call (501) 620-6715 or visit the National Park Service website.

The best hikes in Arkansas don’t end with the Hot Springs Mountain Trail. Check out our article about more can’t-miss hiking trails in Arkansas. Also, before you head out on your trek, be sure to download your free trial of AllTrails+ for access to offline maps and more.