Display Springs, Hot Springs Travel Guide

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Experience Hot Springs National Park's natural thermal waters at Display Springs, a serene and accessible landmark behind Bathhouse Row.

Tucked behind the Maurice Bathhouse, Display Springs offers a serene glimpse into Hot Springs National Park's thermal waters. Uncovered in the 1930s, these springs allow visitors to experience the natural state of the park's famous geothermal activity.

A brief summary to Display Springs

369 Central Ave, Hot Springs, Arkansas, 71901, US

Monday 6 am-10 pm
Tuesday 6 am-10 pm
Wednesday 6 am-10 pm
Thursday 6 am-10 pm
Friday 6 am-10 pm
Saturday 6 am-10 pm
Sunday 6 am-10 pm

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Touch the thermal water to feel its warmth, but be cautious as the water temperature averages 143°F (62°C).
Visit during the early morning or late afternoon for a quieter experience and better lighting for photos.
Combine your visit with a stroll along the Grand Promenade for scenic views of the park and surrounding area.

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Getting There

Walking

From the Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center, walk north along Central Avenue. Turn left onto the Grand Promenade, located behind Bathhouse Row. Follow the Promenade a short distance; the Display Springs will be visible on your left, nestled behind the Maurice Bathhouse. No entrance fee is required.
Public Transport

Take any Intracity Transit bus route to the Transportation Plaza in downtown Hot Springs. From the Plaza, walk south along Central Avenue towards Bathhouse Row. The Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor Center will be on your right. Continue walking past the visitor center and turn right onto the Grand Promenade, located behind Bathhouse Row. Follow the Promenade a short distance; the Display Springs will be visible on your left, nestled behind the Maurice Bathhouse. A single bus fare is $1.25.
Parking

Several parking options are available in downtown Hot Springs. Priority parking is available close to popular destinations for $2 per hour for a maximum of two hours. Secondary parking is available near the central core for $1 per hour with no time limit. Free parking is available on several side streets, though it may require a longer walk. From any parking location, walk to Central Avenue and then to the Grand Promenade behind Bathhouse Row to find the Display Springs.

Discover more about Display Springs

Display Springs provides a tranquil spot to witness Hot Springs' thermal waters in their natural state. Located behind the Maurice Bathhouse, next to the balustrade staircase, and beneath the Grand Promenade, these springs were intentionally developed to offer a naturalistic setting where visitors can connect with the park's geothermal features.In the early 1900s, most of the area's thermal springs were covered to protect the water quality, as many depended on them for bathing, drinking and healing. However, in 1931, Display Springs was opened for public viewing, allowing visitors to see the hot springs in their natural state. The water that flows from these springs is not directed to the bathhouses or fountains; instead, it flows into Hot Springs Creek, as all the springs once did.Visitors can observe the unique characteristics of each spring, with the upper spring typically slightly hotter than the lower one. This difference suggests that the cooler lower spring interacts more with non-thermal water as it surfaces. Scientists have determined that it takes over 4,000 years for a single water particle to journey from rainfall to the surface through the area's rock layers. The roughly four dozen springs in the area produce over 700,000 gallons of water a day, with an average temperature of 143 degrees Fahrenheit.