Soak up Hot Springs, like it's 1920! 🛁 Yahoo! recently featured Hot Springs, Arkansas, highlighting 6 of the best ways to experience America’s original spa town. Thermal baths at the Buckstaff Bathhouse, local coffee sips from Kollective Coffee, botanical garden strolls at Garvan Woodland Gardens, and mobster history at the Gangster museum of America - Hot Springs blends relaxation with rich history like nowhere else! 🔗 Check out the Yahoo's '6 Things to Do in Hot Springs' to help plan your trip: creators.yahoo.com/lifestyle… #VisitHotSprings

📍 Calling all rockhounds! ⛏️💎 In this episode of Check It Out, we're visiting Ron Coleman Mining, just 15 miles from historic downtown Hot Springs, Arkansas! For over 30 years, Ron Coleman Mining has served as the primary location for public quartz crystal digging in the state. The 40-acre public mine is open year round, offering tours through the mine, access to their public dig site, RV campsites, and the only zipline in the state taking guests soaring over a 250-foot deep commercial crystal mine! Ron Coleman Mining offers fun for the whole family and treasures around every corner. Be sure to add Ron Coleman Mining to your Hot Springs itinerary! #VisitHotSprings #RonColemanMining

Halloween is right around the corner, and @TravelLeisure included Hot Springs National Park in "6 Spooky Experiences Hiding In and Around America’s National Parks"! 🦇 Spend your days hiking scenic park trails for fall foliage views and soaking along historic Bathhouse Row. Once night falls, take a Haunted Tour through downtown, sip a nightcap at Arkansas's oldest bar and Al Capone's favorite haunt, The Ohio Club, and check into the legendary Arlington Resort Hotel & Spa, where you may even experience some paranormal activity. A spooky getaway awaits in Hot Springs! 👻 Read the full article to help plan your visit: travelandleisure.com/spooky-… 📸 @jeremy_photo #VisitHotSprings #HotSpringsNationalPark

✨🧭 Located just minutes from downtown Hot Springs, the Northwoods District features 31+ miles of trails for mountain biking, hiking, and trail running! Hot Springs, Arkansas, is made up of eight exciting districts, and in this episode, we're highlighting the outdoor oasis that is the Northwoods District! The Northwoods District is directly accessible from historic downtown and comprised of city, county, and national park land. Explore the Northwoods from one of four trail heads: Cedar Glades, Pullman, Bull Bayou, or Waterworks. From endless outdoor adventures at the Northwoods Trails, to luxury stays surrounded by nature at In the Trees and Starlight Haven, the Northwoods District is perfect for those looking to unplug, unwind, and reconnect with nature. 📍 Plan your visit to Hot Springs to explore the Northwoods District today! #VisitHotSprings #Districts #SoakItUp

Plan your visit to Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas for an exciting event! From the World's Shortest St. Patrick's Day Parade to the fall Bridge St. LIVE! block party series, plan your visit to Hot Springs today. 🔗 Read more: hotsprings.org/blog/top-20-e…

📍🚵 Minutes from downtown Hot Springs, the Northwoods Trails await - a paradise for nature lovers and thrill seekers alike! In this episode of Check It Out, we're visiting the Northwoods Trails with Northwoods Trails Specialist, Jake Meredith. Crafted by the International Mountain Biking Association, the Northwoods Trails System offers over 31 miles of world class mountain biking trails, also open to hikers and trail runners to enjoy! Other features include convenient parking, bathrooms, a bike work station, and a bike washing station. Looking for bike gear, a tune up, or even a rental? 🚲🔧🧰 Check out Parkside Cyle or Hot Springs Bicycle Touring Company! For more information on the Northwoods Trails, visit northwoodstrails.org.

🦚 Hot Springs, Arkansas, has a rich history - from being known as America's First Resort, to the Birthplace of MLB Spring Training, and Las Vegas before Vegas existed. But did you know we have a unique bird history, too? Writer Leslie Fisher dives into that history in the Wild History of Birds in Hot Springs, including the most famous ostrich on the American continent, Black Diamond, and present birds, including Garvan Woodland Gardens' celebrity, George the Peacock. 🔗 Read more: hotsprings.org/blog/the-wild…

Big news on Bathhouse Row! ✨🛁 Hot Springs National Park has awarded a new 10-year concession contract for the historic Buckstaff Bathhouse, paving the way for expanded visitor access to traditional thermal bathing services. Operating continuously on Bathhouse Row since 1912, the Buckstaff is an essential piece of our city’s rich history. With this new chapter underway, even more visitors will get to experience the relaxing, restorative magic of Hot Springs' famous mineral waters. 🔗 Read the full article to help plan your spa trip to Hot Springs here: armoneyandpolitics.com/bucks… #VisitHotSprings #SoakItUp #BuckstaffBathhouse

🛎️ Planning a trip to Hot Springs to soak up the local history? Make the most of your visit at the Gables Inn Bed & Breakfast, a stunning 1904 Victorian home listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In this episode of Checkin Inn, we visit the Gables Inn Bed & Breakfast at 318 Quapaw Avenue. This charming historic inn is within walking distance of Hot Springs’ top attractions, including Hot Springs National Park, Bathhouse Row, the Bridge Street LIVE! Entertainment District, and incredible local dining. Relax in an intimate setting complete with luxurious amenities, like breakfast served fresh daily in their elegant dining room. 🏨 Book your stay at the Gables Inn today!

🖋️ Hot Springs, Arkansas, is full of makers—it's part of our undeniable charm! ✨ In our series, 'Made in Hot Springs,' we explore the people and process behind the craft. In this episode, we visit with Shawn Newton, the creator of Newton Pens, who has been crafting handmade fountain pens since 2012. Shawn shows us the process behind his unique fountain pens, from making the barrel to assembling each piece. 📍 Visit All Things Arkansas in downtown Hot Springs to shop Newton Pens during your visit, located at 610 Central Avenue. #VisitHotSprings #SoakItUp #MadeinHotSprings #NewtonPens

Soaking in history, one bath at a time! 🛁💧 Hot Springs National Park was featured in the latest National Parks Conservation Association story, “Taking the Waters.” From experiencing the traditional thermal baths at the historic Buckstaff Bathhouse and Quapaw Bathhouse, to exploring the stunning eclectic mix of architecture along Bathhouse Row, this piece captures what makes Hot Springs such a unique combination of natural wonder, historic preservation, and wellness culture. 🔗 Soak up history with a visit to Hot Springs! Read the full story at: npca.org/articles/11482-taki…

✨🧭 From luxury stays, to savory BBQ served with a side of history - the West District has it all! Hot Springs, Arkansas, is made up of eight exciting districts, and in this episode, we're exploring the West District. The West District is bordered by the Martin Luther King Jr. Expressway, and includes the West side of Central Avenue from the MLK to Grand Avenue. The West District includes lodging options directly across from Oaklawn, like Best Western Winner's Circle, the Microtel by Wyndham, and the luxury Reserve Bed & Breakfast. There's no shortage of delicious eats in the West District, with legendary pizza at Rocky's Corner, and several BBQ spots with a rich history including Stubby's BBQ, McClard's Bar-B-Q, and Smokin in Style BBQ. 📍 Plan your visit to Hot Springs to explore the West District today! #VisitHotSprings #Districts

🎲 Did you know Hot Springs, Arkansas was the original playground for America’s most famous mobsters, movie stars, and baseball legends long before Las Vegas hit the map? We are thrilled to see our colorful past featured in @SmithsonianMag's recent article, "Before Vegas Became Vegas, Hot Springs Was America’s Sin City. Now the Arkansas Spa Town Embraces Its Colorful and Seedy History!" From infamous gangsters like Al Capone lounging at The Arlington to spring training with Babe Ruth and world-class bathhouse luxury, Hot Springs has always been one of a kind. 📖 Read the full feature by Smithsonian Magazine here: smithsonianmag.com/travel/be…

🍂 There’s nothing quite like autumn in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas, when that crisp breeze rolls in and vibrant fall colors transform the Ouachita Mountains. It’s easy to see why USA Today readers voted us a Top 10 Best Fall Foliage Destination nationwide - two year's in a row! Check out our fall guide to plan your trip, complete with peak foliage forecasts, fall events, top scenic overlooks, and the best spots to satisfy your pumpkin spice cravings. 🔗Read more: hotsprings.org/blog/fall-gui…

Plan your visit to Hot Springs, Arkansas for an exciting event today! ✨ From the Birding Festival of the South to the Bridge St. LIVE! block party series, there's always a fun event not to miss. 🔗Read more: hotsprings.org/blog/top-20-e… #VisitHotSprings #SoakItUp

🍂 Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas was just named a must-take fall trip by @Southern_Living! Between autumn colors in the Ouachita Mountains, thermal bath soaks, and crisp walks down Bathhouse Row, there’s no better place to unwind this fall season. Fall foliage in Hot Springs typically arrives in early to mid-October with peak colors showing up in early to mid-November. Start planning your fall getaway to Hot Springs today! 🔗 Read more: southernliving.com/fall-trip… #VisitHotSprings #SoakItUp

📍🚀🪐 Did you know a front row seat to the stars and celestial wonder can be found at Mid-America Science Museum in Hot Springs, Arkansas? In this episode of Check It Out, we're taking a journey through outer space in the Oaklawn Foundation Digital Dome Theater! ☄️🌟 The theater features the Digistar7 system, a state-of-the-art digital projection technology that brings content to life on a domed screen for a truly immersive experience. Plan your visit to Hot Springs to experience the Digital Dome today! #VisitHotSprings #MidAmerica #ScienceMuseum #DigitalDome