HOT SPRINGS HIKING FIELD GUIDE
All-Day Trail Access at Hot Springs Off‑Road Park: Drive the Trails from Dawn to Dusk
A Day‑Use Trail Pass grants self‑guided access to Hot Springs Off‑Road Park’s scenic trails for the full day and explains how to buy and check in so you can get on the trail quickly.
All-Day Trail Access at Hot Springs Off‑Road Park: Drive the Trails from Dawn to Dusk.
A Day‑Use Trail Pass at Hot Springs Off‑Road Park puts the park’s network of scenic trails at your fingertips: arrive, check in at the Park Store, then explore in your own vehicle from first light until dusk, with night riding possible by prior, in‑person permission from staff.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Self‑guided trail access all day
The Day‑Use Trail Pass gives you control of your day on the park’s trails—arrive, check in, and run the routes in your own vehicle between morning and dusk.
Night riding when arranged
Riding after dusk is ordinarily restricted, but the park permits night riding until 11 pm if you obtain prior, in‑person permission from Park Staff on the day you arrive.
Easy purchasing and check‑in at the Park Store
Buy a pass by calling or texting the Park Store during business hours, or simply purchase a Day‑Use Trail Pass when you arrive at the Park Store—there’s always room for more riders.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You start at the Park Store to register and collect your pass, then head out in your own vehicle to explore the park’s scenic trails at your own pace—riding from the park’s opening hour until dusk, or later only with staff permission.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this pass suits — and who needs to plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Day‑Use Trail Passes are valid from 8:00 a.m. until dusk; night riding is allowed until 11:00 p.m. only with in‑person permission from Park Staff.
To purchase for a future date, call or text the Park Store at 501.625.3600 during business hours; you may also buy your Day‑Use Trail Pass when you arrive at the Park Store on the day of your visit.
Check in at the Park Store located at 2100 Mill Creek Road, Hot Springs, AR 71901 before beginning your trail day.
The operator states that Day Passes are always available and there’s enough room for everyone to use the trails.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a Day‑Use Trail Pass valid?
Day passes are valid from 8:00 a.m. until dusk; night riding may be permitted until 11:00 p.m. with in‑person permission from Park Staff.
Can I buy a pass ahead of time?
Yes—call or text the Park Store at 501.625.3600 during business hours to purchase Day‑Passes for a future date, or buy when you arrive.
Is there a limit on the number of day passes?
The park indicates they never run out of Day Passes and there’s enough room for everyone to ride.
Can I ride after dark?
Night riding is allowed until 11:00 p.m. only if you have spoken with Park Staff in person on the day of arrival; otherwise, no riding after dark.
Where do I check in?
All visitors check in at the Park Store at 2100 Mill Creek Road, Hot Springs, AR 71901 to begin their Day‑Use Trail Pass experience.