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Things to Do

Other Activities

These are just a few of the many activities that are available in our area.

Close-up of a trout with a fishing lure in its mouth, half submerged in clear water; an angler stands blurred in the background among trees and rocks.
01.

Remember When Cabins Fishing

A catch and release pond is walking distance from your cabin.

02.

Crater of Diamonds State Park

Located only an hour away, you can hunt for and KEEP any diamond you find! The largest diamond (40.23 Carets “Uncle Sam”) ever discovered within the United States was found at Crater of Diamonds State Park!

A large wooden sign for Crater of Diamonds State Park features an illustration of a barn and mountains, mounted on a stone base with trees and a black fence in the background.
A flowing stream cascades over rocks in a lush, green forest. The water appears silky and smooth, suggesting a long exposure photograph, with trees and vegetation surrounding the stream.
03.

Little Missouri Falls

80 minutes away, The Little Missouri Falls is a sizable waterfall on the upper reaches of the Little Missouri River in southwest Arkansas in the Ouachita National Forest.

04.

Dams

Carpenter, Blakely, Remmel, Narrows, and Little Missouri River Dams are all close-by.

Water flows over a concrete dam, forming several cascading waterfalls and white foamy currents below, illustrating controlled water management or hydroelectric power generation.
Runners in athletic gear and bright sneakers participate in a road race, with legs and feet in motion on a paved street. A white line marks the edge of the path, and an orange traffic cone is visible in the background.
05.

Organized Triathlons and Events

Participate in the DeGray Lake Triathlon and other events.

06.

Trout Fishing

All three Hot Springs area tailwaters (Blakely Dam, Carpenter Dam, & Remmel Dam) receive Arkansas Game and Fish Commission rainbow trout stockings annually during the winter months.

A trout leaps out of the water, creating splashes, with a calm lake, green vegetation, and a colorful sunset sky in the background.
A person stands in shallow water at sunrise, surrounded by mountains and trees, with sunlight reflecting on the river’s surface and mist in the background.
07.

Fishing & Other Lakes

Lake Hamilton, Lake Catherine, and Lake Ouachita are all located within driving distance.

08.

Hiking

Explore the walking trails of Hot Springs National Park.

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Four people are solving puzzles in a room. One woman examines a lock, another reads a map, a man opens a drawer, and another man checks behind a picture frame. The room has purple walls and vintage furniture.
09.

Escape Rooms in Hot Springs

Is it raining? You might need an indoor activity. Hot Springs offers a wide arrangement of escape rooms.

10.

Mountain Biking

  • Iron Mountain Trailhead
  • Northwoods Trail (Hot Springs)
  • Cedar Glades Park (Hot Springs)
A person riding a mountain bike on a dirt trail through a sunlit forest, with green trees and fallen leaves on the ground, viewed from behind.
A jockey in a green and yellow uniform rides a dark brown racehorse with the number 2 on its saddlecloth during a horse race on a dirt track. Trees and hills are visible in the background.
11.

Horse Racing at Oaklawn Racing & Casino

Enjoy thoroughbred racing from January through April at Oaklawn Jockey Club, which also offers simulcasting, bars, a restaurant, tavern, lounge, and gift shop.