
The Fall 2026 issue of National Parks magazine explores the history, science and enduring appeal of Hot Springs National Park's thermal waters, including a visit to the Buckstaff.
Our beloved colleague Mattie Matlock is celebrating 46 years of service as a bath attendant in Hot Springs.
Check out the article in the Hot Springs Sentinel‑Record: bit.ly/476Zmtq
Mattie has been a warm, steady presence at the Buckstaff. She's caring, friendly, skilled, and always ready with a smile. It’s rare to see that kind of dedication and heart. We’re lucky to have her.

Not many people are aware, but under the streets of Hot Springs, Arkansas is a stone arch aquifer that's been around since 1884. Despite its construction in the late 19th century, not many visitors today even know it exists. Check out this video from the Hot Springs Broadcast Network!

When you think of visiting a national park, you likely imagine hiking through scenic trails, spotting wildlife, and soaking up the beauty of the great outdoors. Hot Springs, Arkansas, takes the typical national park experience and adds its own unique twist.

Travel & Leisure calls Hot Springs "one of the best resorts in the South". This informative story covers our history, things to do, and where to stay. Check it out!
A quick newsreel talking about the two remaining bathhouses in business on Bathhouse Row in Hot Springs, Arkansas

The science behind one of the hottest attractions in Arkansas goes back hundreds of millions of years.

This may be the most unique National Park in the U.S.—and it has historic bathhouses, thermal springs, and a brewery. Hot Springs has been drawing visitors to its 47 bubbling hot springs for years.