Where is Hot Springs, Arkansas, USA?

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Where is Hot Springs Located? - Hot Springs is a city located in the Garland County of Arkansas, United States. Hot Springs lies between 33.9425 Degrees North latitudes and 117.2297 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Hot Springs, Arkansas

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Where is Hot Springs?: The Google Map showing the location of Hot Springs in the U.S. state of Arkansas.

Where is Hot Springs Located?

Hot Springs is a city located in the Garland County of Arkansas, United States. Hot Springs lies between 33.9425 Degrees North latitudes and 117.2297 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Hot Springs city is 37930 people and the city has a total area of 37.44 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Hot Springs, Arkansas Quick Facts

Property Information
CityHot Springs
CountyGarland County
StateArkansas
State CapitalLittle Rock
US RegionSouthern United States
Latitude34.5037° N
Longitude93.0552° W
Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Land Area36.17 sq mi
Water Area2.13 sq mi
Total Area38.30 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)37,930 (2020 Census)
Population DensityApproximately 1,049 per sq mi
ZIP Codes71901, 71902, 71903, 71913, 71914
Area Code501
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUS Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code05-33400
Congressional DistrictArkansas's 4th Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Hot Springs, Arkansas

  • Benton, Arkansas - Northeast - 28 mi
  • Malvern, Arkansas - East - 22 mi
  • Bryant, Arkansas - Northeast - 34 mi
  • Arkadelphia, Arkansas - South - 36 mi
  • Little Rock, Arkansas - Northeast - 55 mi
  • Sheridan, Arkansas - East - 43 mi
  • Mena, Arkansas - West - 74 mi
  • Conway, Arkansas - North - 70 mi
  • Pine Bluff, Arkansas - East - 70 mi
  • Russellville, Arkansas - North - 96 mi

Driving Distances from Hot Springs, Arkansas

City State Distance (mi) Approx. Drive Time
MalvernArkansas2230 minutes
BentonArkansas2835 minutes
BryantArkansas3440 minutes
ArkadelphiaArkansas3645 minutes
SheridanArkansas4355 minutes
Little RockArkansas551 hour
ConwayArkansas701 hour 15 minutes
Pine BluffArkansas701 hour 20 minutes
MenaArkansas741 hour 30 minutes
RussellvilleArkansas961 hour 45 minutes

Transportation and Connectivity in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Transportation Details
Airport NameMemorial Field Airport
IATA CodeHOT
PortNot Applicable
Major HighwaysInterstate 30 (nearby), US Highway 70, US Highway 270, Arkansas Highway 7, Arkansas Highway 5
Train/Amtrak ServiceNo passenger rail service; nearest Amtrak station in Little Rock
Local Bus/Transit ServiceIntracity Transit and regional bus services
  • US Highway 70 connects Hot Springs with Little Rock to the northeast and western Arkansas communities.
  • US Highway 270 provides an important route toward Malvern, Pine Bluff, and central Oklahoma.
  • Arkansas Highway 7 is a scenic north-south highway linking Hot Springs with Russellville and Arkadelphia.
  • Interstate 30, located nearby, offers convenient regional access to Little Rock, Texarkana, and Dallas.
  • Memorial Field Airport serves general aviation, while commercial airline service is available from nearby Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport in Little Rock.

What are top Places to Visit in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Landmark Name Type
Hot Springs National ParkNational Park
Bathhouse RowHistoric District
Garvan Woodland GardensBotanical Garden
Oaklawn Racing Casino ResortCasino & Racetrack
Magic Springs Theme and Water ParkTheme Park
Mid-America Science MuseumScience Museum
Fordyce Bathhouse Visitor CenterHistoric Museum
Hot Springs Mountain TowerObservation Tower
Lake HamiltonRecreation Area
Gangster Museum of AmericaHistory Museum

Colleges and Universities in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Institution Name Type Level Notable For
National Park CollegePublicCommunity CollegeUniversity transfer and workforce education
University of Arkansas Community College at Hope – Texarkana (Regional Programs)PublicCommunity CollegeCareer and technical education
University of Arkansas at Little RockPublicUniversityResearch, business, engineering, and law
Henderson State UniversityPublicUniversityEducation, aviation, and liberal arts
Hot Springs School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPrimary and secondary public education

Waterbodies in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Lake Hamilton, Lake Catherine, Lake Ouachita, Ouachita River, Gulpha Creek, Whittington Creek, Hot Springs Creek, Crystal Springs Reservoir

Golf Courses in Hot Springs, Arkansas

Hot Springs Country Club, Arlington Resort Hotel Golf Course, Diamondhead Country Club, DeGray Lake Resort State Park Golf Course, Coronado Golf Course, Isabella Golf Course, Ponce de Leon Golf Club

Hot Springs, Arkansas — Key Historical Facts

  • Hot Springs became famous during the early nineteenth century for its naturally heated thermal springs, attracting visitors seeking relaxation and therapeutic baths.
  • In 1832, the federal government established the Hot Springs Reservation, making it the first area in the United States set aside to protect natural resources.
  • During the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, Bathhouse Row developed into one of the nation's premier spa destinations, drawing tourists from across the country.
  • The city gained national attention during the Prohibition era as a popular resort destination known for horse racing, entertainment, and visits from notable public figures.
  • Today, Hot Springs is celebrated for its historic bathhouses, Hot Springs National Park, scenic Ouachita Mountains, and thriving tourism industry.

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