Explore the Enchantment of Garvan Woodland Gardens' Children's Garden Treehouse

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving from within Ouachita National Forest, first locate Highway 7 or Highway 270. Use a GPS or maps app and set your destination to '550 Arkridge Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913'. If you are on Highway 7, head south towards Hot Springs. Once you reach Hot Springs, take a left onto Arkridge Rd. Follow Arkridge Rd for approximately 2 miles, and you will see the entrance to Garvan Woodland Gardens on your right. There is an entrance fee for the gardens, which is $15 for adults and $5 for children aged 6-12.

• Public Transportation

  From the center of Hot Springs, you can take a local taxi or rideshare service (e.g., Uber or Lyft) to Garvan Woodland Gardens. Request a ride to '550 Arkridge Rd, Hot Springs, AR 71913'. The fare will vary depending on the distance but expect to pay around $10-$20. Alternatively, check if there are any local shuttle services to the gardens; however, these may require advance booking or may not run frequently.

• Walking

  If you are staying nearby in Hot Springs and prefer walking, start from the downtown area and head south on Central Ave until you reach Arkridge Rd. This is approximately a 2.5-mile walk, taking about an hour. Once on Arkridge Rd, continue walking until you reach Garvan Woodland Gardens on your left. Please ensure to wear comfortable shoes and stay hydrated.