Do I need to pay to enter Hot Springs National Park?

No entry fee for day use; America the Beautiful passes available at Fordyce Bathhouse for eligible users.

Is there a shuttle system for getting around the park?

No park-operated shuttle; you can walk Bathhouse Row and access nearby trails on foot; parking can be tight downtown.

Can I reserve a campsite at Gulpha Gorge Campground?

Yes. Gulpha Gorge Campground has 40 sites; $34 per night; reservations via Recreation.gov; stay limits apply (14 consecutive days, 30 days per year).

Are there restrictions on pets or drones?

Pets are allowed on trails and in most areas but not inside federal buildings; leash required and waste must be cleaned up. Drone policies are not specified here; check official park guidance before flying.

What facilities exist for visitors in the Fordyce Bathhouse area?

Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center and Museum operates daily 9:00 AM–5:00 PM; restrooms and a small bookstore available; orientation film present; WiFi not specifically listed.

Hot Springs National Park – Trails

An Overview: Hot Springs and North Mountain Trails

An Overview: West Mountain Trails

Arlington Trail

Canyon Trail

Floral Trail

Fountain Trail

Goat Rock Trail

Grand Avenue Trail

Grand Promenade National Recreation Trail

Gulpha Gorge Trail

Honeysuckle Trail

Hot Springs Mountain Trail

Lower Dogwood Trail

Mountain Top Trail

Oak Trail

Oertel Trail

Peak Trail

Pullman Trail

Reserve Trail

Ride to the Top of Hot Springs Mountain Tower

Short Cut Trail

Sunset Trail

Tufa Terrace Trail

Upper Dogwood Trail