Hot Springs National Park: Alerts, Crowd Calendar, Map & Trailie

About Hot Springs National Park

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 middle of town – make Hot Springs National Park a unique and beautiful destination.

Weather Information

Average temperatures in Hot Springs can range from about 90°F (32°C) to less than 27°F (-2.7°C).

Spring
and fall typically have the most rainfall.
Summer
days can be hot and humid, with heat index values up to 110ºF (43ºC).
Winter
wind chills can make temperatures feel much colder, as low as 15ºF (-9.4ºC).

Generally, Hot Springs experiences mild weather throughout the year.

Operating Hours

Public Areas and Park Roads

Arlington 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 Mountain and West Mountain Summit are open to vehicle traffic from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm.

Monday5:00AM - 10:00PM
Tuesday5:00AM - 10:00PM
Wednesday5:00AM - 10:00PM
Thursday5:00AM - 10:00PM
Friday5:00AM - 10:00PM
Saturday5:00AM - 10:00PM
Sunday5:00AM - 10:00PM

Planning Hot Springs

The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.

No park-wide entry reservation is required for Hot Springs. Cave tours, campgrounds, or activity passes may still need advance booking — see Overview on this page for fees, hours, and what to book ahead.