About
Length (round trip)0.5 mi
ShapeOut-and-Back
DifficultyEasy
Elevation gain40 ft up
Typical time45 min
TrailheadBehind Bathhouse Row, downtown Hot Springs
SurfaceBrick and concrete, wheelchair accessible
Best seasonYear round. Spring dogwood and autumn colour are the highlights; summer is hot and humid.
DogsLeashed / limited stretches
AccessibilityThe Grand Promenade is an 8 foot wide paved, brick pathway with a grade of 3.7%.
What you'll see 🏛️ Historic site

This National Recreation Trail is the entry point for many of the Hot Springs and North Mountain trails from downtown. Oertel, Peak, and Tufa Terrace trails all branch off from the Grand Promenade and lead to other trails. The Grand Promenade has four entry points: Reserve Street (stairs), Fountain Street (ramp), Stephen's Balustrade (grand staircase), and an access ramp behind the Fordyce Bathhouse. Distance (one way): 0.5 mi (0.8km) Elevation: 619 - 717 ft. (188 - 218m) Typical grade: 3.7%

Tips
Fully accessible and the one walk everyone should do. The open thermal springs and the cascade beside it are on this route. Every mountain trail in the park connects to it.
Location

Behind Bathhouse Row, downtown Hot Springs

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Trail data: USGS National Map / PAD-US, the National Park Service, state agencies, and © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Access and conditions change — check with the managing agency before you go.