by Maggie Wilson

Created on: June 24, 2008   Last Updated: April 18, 2011

Hot News ! Definitive Destination : Hot Springs Arkansas !

A plethora of sights, activities and adventures await at Hot Springs Arkansas. Vacation opportunities exist for every kind of traveller . Facilities cater for families, couples and the solo tourist. Whether you are looking for indoor or outdoor activities the choice is immense and ensures to create an unforgettable vacation memory.

This historic city lies in the Diamond Lakes area and is surrounded by the colossal Ouachita Mountains. Temperatures vary from 40 degree in the cooler months to 80 degree in the heat of the summer.

The area is perfect for you if you are appreciate, art ,shopping, walking, outstanding scenery, wildlife, history or antiques. There is plenty for the kids too, nature trails, animals, mini golf and amusement parks. The choice is diverse, golf, fishing, horse back riding, hiking trails, crystal mining and water sports, shopping, art galleries and shows.

Most famous for the hot springs that erupt from the earth, this historic city is renowned for this natural mineral water that emerges at a temperature of 150 degrees. People travel from all over the world to improve their health , cleansing themselves in the hot spring water.

The Hot Springs National Park was established to protect the 47 hot springs flowing from the mountains. There are over 25 miles of hiking trails to discover within the park which is protected by the resident park officers. It is not just another park, there are many sources of the springs and waterfalls. Taking a trip up the Hot Springs Mountain Tower affords you the most spectacular views and is a must when visiting.

For families with inquisitive children take a trip to Arkansas Alligator Farm and Petting Zoo ! Opening in 1902 there are alligators along with deer, emu, pigs, ostrich, llama and goats, Come and watch a feed show and get up close and personal with one of 200 alligators ! Their facilities include a souvenir shop and a caf.

Outdoor Activities

Bath House Row and thermal baths, Buckstaff Bathsthe only remaining operating bath house with the parks boundaries. Relax in the opportunity to enjoy the therapeutic properties of the spring water.
Magic Springs, Crystal Falls
Mini Golf at Pirates Cove
Canoeing
Lake Hamilton, boat and jet ski rental
Magic Springs Amusement Park
Garvan Woodland Botanical Park

Indoor

National Park Tower
Mid-America Science Museum - a hands on museum perfect for the kids !
Music Mountain Arcade and mini golf
Downtown Bath Houses and Spa - Thermal Mineral Baths

Shopping

Hot Springs Mall
Temperance Hill Outlet Centre
Speciality Shops - antiques, toys, apparel and much more
Restaurants - Mexican, Chinese, German, Traditional, Cajun, Continental and BBQ

Entertainment

Music Mountain Jamboree Family Show
Hot Springs Pocket Theatre

Accommodation

Hotels, motels, bed & breakfast, cabins , condos and houseboats ! The choice is incredible.

Hot Springs Arkansas is awaiting your discovery now ! Why not book your trip and unearth all its little treasures now !

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