National Park · Arkansas, United States
Hot Springs National Park
Hot Springs National Park is a national park in Arkansas, United States, covering 5,554 acres (2,248 ha), established in 1921; it recorded 2,494,611 visits in 2025.
National Park · Arkansas, United States
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Park facts
| Park type | National Park |
|---|---|
| Location | Arkansas, United States |
| Area | 5,554 acres (2,248 ha) |
| Established | 1921 |
| Annual visits (2025) | 2,494,611 |
| Highest point | Music Mountain — 405 m (1,329 ft) |
| Coordinates | 34.5100° N, 93.0500° W |
| Managed by | National Park Service |
Every fact above is taken from the sources listed below; anything no source states is left blank rather than guessed.
About Hot Springs National Park
Hot Springs National Park is a national park of the United States in central Garland County, Arkansas, adjacent to the city of Hot Springs. Hot Springs Reservation was initially created by an act of the United States Congress on April 20, 1832, to be preserved for future recreation. Established before the concept of a national park existed, it was the first time that land had been set aside by the federal government to preserve its use as an area for recreation. Part of the natural area is old-growth forest and recognized by the Old-Growth Forest Network.
Description from the park's Wikipedia article (CC BY-SA), linked in the sources below.
Planning your visit
Best time to visit
March to May and September to November — mild weather; summers are hot and humid
What to do
Getting there
| Nearest town | Hot Springs, Arkansas |
|---|---|
| Nearest airport | Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport |
| Getting there | Hot Springs, AR 71901 Gulpha Gorge Campground 305 Gorge Road Hot Springs, AR 71901 Driving Directions From Little Rock, AR 54 miles, approx. |
Where to stay
| Campgrounds | No |
|---|
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Airports near this park
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- Memorial Field Airport (HOT) · Hot Springs, United States · 3.4 miles away
- Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field (LIT) · Little Rock, United States · 49.4 miles away
- South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin Field (ELD) · El Dorado, United States · 90.1 miles away
Parks nearby
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Hot Springs National Park?
Hot Springs National Park is in Arkansas, United States (34.5100° N, 93.0500° W).
When was Hot Springs National Park established?
Hot Springs National Park was established in 1921, per the source listed at the foot of this page.
How big is Hot Springs National Park?
Hot Springs National Park covers 5,554 acres (2,248 ha).
How many people visit Hot Springs National Park each year?
It recorded 2,494,611 recreation visits in 2025, the latest published figure.
What is the highest point in Hot Springs National Park?
The highest point is Music Mountain, at 405 metres (1,329 ft).
When is the best time to visit Hot Springs National Park?
March to May and September to November — mild weather; summers are hot and humid.
Does Hot Springs National Park have campgrounds?
No — Hot Springs National Park has no campgrounds.
How do I get to Hot Springs National Park?
The nearest town is Hot Springs, Arkansas. The nearest airport is Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport. Hot Springs, AR 71901 Gulpha Gorge Campground 305 Gorge Road Hot Springs, AR 71901 Driving Directions From Little Rock, AR 54 miles, approx.
Sources
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_United_States_National_Park_System_official_units — Wikipedia list of National Park System official units — unit name, state, official designation.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_areas_in_the_United_States_National_Park_System — Wikipedia list of National Park System areas — year established and gross area.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_national_parks_of_the_United_States — Wikipedia list of US national parks — coordinates, established date, area, recreation visitors (2025), description.
- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hot_Springs_National_Park — Wikipedia article — description (CC BY-SA).
- https://www.nps.gov/hosp/ — Official park page.