Historic Downtown & Hot Springs National Park
Picture post card perfect - Hot Springs National Park and our historic downtown with its Classic Hotels, Victorian architecture, world-class art studios, shops, restaurants, clubs and famed Bathhouse row create a story-book quality that enchants visitors from around the world. Historic downtown is just one of the reasons Hot Springs is such a popular shopping destination.

Hot Springs has something for everyone in the way of attractions and entertainment, from great music to romantic lake cruises. Garland County is also home to some of the best crystal deposits in the world, and is a paradise for rock hounds. Oaklawn Park features a spring thoroughbred racing season that serves as a major attraction every year
 

A mecca for artists, led to the revitalization of downtown, resulting in the designation of "City of the Arts".
 

The Spa Experience in
"The Valley of the Vapors"
The first federally protected reservation in the nations history, Hot Springs National Park features amazing 147° thermal waters, rich history, beautiful architecture, hiking and camping. Hike or drive up "Shaman's Peak" where ancient warriors once walked, tour the historic Fordyce Bathhouse and Visitor's Center, or enjoy a relaxing spa and massage - all in historic downtown Hot Springs. 

Our Ouachita Mountains' backyard is truly an outdoor recreational paradise. Beautiful Diamond Lakes feature tournament quality fishing and year round water sports. State and National Parks offer camping, hiking, biking, horseback riding and birding along scenic mountain trails. World-class golf courses in the Hot Springs area provide challenging play on lovely courses. Only minutes away from Hot Springs National Park you'll find even more world class golf courses at Hot Springs Village. Hot Springs Village is the areas premier retirement community just north of Hot Springs National Park near Jessieville, AR.

Lake Ouachita

The natural beauty of historic Hot Springs National Park, nestled in the gently rolling Ouachita Mountains and surrounded by crystal clear lakes, creates a lasting impression on those who visit the area, but for residents it is a daily source of inspiration.