I live in Hot Springs. Thank you for sharing our city and help putting it on the map, it’s a great place to live. Small town feel. It was good to see where you live and so many positive places to explore. Moved here from So California. Thanks for sharing your travels. It’s like being there without being there!
Lived here since I was 5. Love it. Strikes a great balance between a city and small town in my opinion. Living here so long you start to take the beautiful scenery for granted. I went to a classic car meetup thing at Pettie Jean Mountain. Unbelievable views.
Born and raised right here in Hot Springs. This video sheds a really good light on how cool the city is. I forget sometimes bc I’m just used to it, but Hot Springs really is a beautiful place.
I'm a Spa City native myself. I used to love this city, but have since seen its dark underbelly and how much sin and corruption have taken its toll on this place. I've never lived anywhere else and would love to get away from this town for a change. But I've fallen on hard times and I highly doubt that I'll ever get to. It's pretty cool to run across videos like this on a big platform like YT and see comments from people that actually live here, too. 6 degrees of separation, I bet we all know some of the same people, or even know each other. Take care.
Hot Springs resident here! I’m a firm believer one of the prettiest sunsets you can see is from Cedar Glades park just a little ways from Whittington & Kollective! 👍🏼
As a proud Arkansan of 18 years (sold my Temecula, California insurance agency and relocated in 2004 - thank goodness!), just an FYI: Hot Springs and just about every place east of Hot Springs is COMPLETELY different and vastly inferior to the western side of the state. I live on 36 spectacularly beautiful acres with a 2-1/2 acre lake in the Ouachita National Forest with plenty of necessary amenities nearby. It is a completely safe area - as a single woman, I don't even bother to lock my doors at night. It IS paradise!
I live in Northwest Arkansas and have been to Hot Springs a dozen times. But, you're video shows me a lot of the National Park that I didn't know. And the fact that you don't waste your time (and me, too!) by extremely looooong (and boring) videos of whatever you're shooting is GREAT! Excellent job!
Awesome! I didn't know a thing about Hot Springs because nobody really goes there and REALLY nobody vlogs about it! So thanks! While there are quite a few other parks that are higher on my list, this video makes me look forward to the day I do get to Hot Springs.
I’m loving watching all of your videos. They are well done and informative. I’ve a suggestion for another nice trip….come to New England in the Fall. I live in Maine. You can fly into Boston, rent a car and be in Maine in 2 hours. Fall in New England can’t be beat. Foliage peaks are around Columbus Day in general. You can easily see Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont or just concentrate on 1 or 2 states. You’ll love it, guarantee. ♥️
Thanks for making such a great video about my home town and glad you had a great time, been living in Hot Springs since I was 5 (33 now). You really take for granted how beautiful the scenery is (not just in Hot Springs, but all over Arkansas) when you live here so long. Recently I went to Peti Jean State Park, there were so many breathtaking views. And yeah, Baileys has AMAZING milk shakes. Oh also my High School biology teacher used to work part time at the alligator farm. One day during a show an alligator got its mouth clamped around his arm. Thankfully, he didn't suffer any permanent injuries, and the alligator was fine as well.
We have a Hot Springs on the Rez where people relax , shower/bath , or a party spot several times it was shut off but the pressure exploded it's flowing freely it has a lot minerals to relax you it comfortable
There are some great attractions outside of downtown too! Garvan Woodland Gardens is amazing, particularly for the evening lights display around the holidays!
Great information! I was there last week, and wish I had watched this before I went. I wasn't expecting much since everyone dogs this National Park, but it exceeded my expectations! I really enjoyed it!
Idk why but this video really touched me. Hot Springs is my first real place I've lived in since I started journey traveling the country in my little camper. With everything in life I kind of lost track of why I even started my journey. You're video really inspired me and reminded me why I'm out here- just exploring and seeing what this world has to see! Thank you and best of luck on your journeys!
With limited travel funds I'm not sure that I'll ever make it to Arkansas so I sure appreciate iate being able to join you o. Your travels via video. That visitor center with all its stained glass certainly is a national treasure. It's too bad that Sutro Baths here in California did not receive similar treatment.
thanks. One of the 3 states I never made it to. ?Retired in Baja, my driving is over...but you go to lots of places Ive been to. We had an alligator in Queens NY in 61 in the tub
I lived in Hot Springs almost a year. Just moved back to VA last month. Great video. I didn’t get to explore all those places because my arthritis keeps me from doing all that walking, but I would have loved to. I did do a little exploring by car. I lived in the country away from main downtown and where you were. Out there in the country the sunset is great.
Glad I found this video. In just a few days I’m taking my first trip to the Hot Springs area. I have a small cabin on Lake Hamilton and now I know some places I for sure need to visit.
Been Hot Springs... it is a beautiful area... The Arlington Hotel was where AL Capon stayed and you might want to ask them if you can see his room if it is not rented out. The Gangster museum is also a beautiful area to learn about the history.
So cool!!! I was just there probably shortly before you were for their shortest st Patrick’s day parade which was such an experience!!! Definitely make sure to go back and see that sometime!
Definitely the best beer I've ever had was at Superior Bath House Brewery! And trust me, I've had LOT'S of beer from all over the world. (Is that good or bad? lol)
You stay at the beautiful Arlington Hotel but you didn't mention the swimming pool and hot tub built on the side of the mountain. It was quite a work and so very interesting to see. Did you hunt for diamonds? That wasn't too far.
I have been wanting to visit this area for several years. Hopefully, I will go soon. There is a great You Tube channel called “Our Restoration Nation” that showcases this area, particularly the Fordyce Hotel. The couple is from Arkansas. You would love their channel! I always enjoy Your wonderful channel, too! Thanks for this great video!
Thanks man this is a breath of fresh air from all the negative news, crimes and chaos i hear in the US. I always wanted to travel to that country but discouraged thinking you can just get shot randomly.
Hopefully you’ll follow this up with a food video for Hot Springs. If you missed DeLuca’s Pizza while you were there you missed a real treat. One of the best in country IMHO.
Where’s is your father in the last few videos? ???? he can’t quit, good exercise walking up down big hills & small hills along with you Josh we missed seeing him 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
AWESOME Video as always Josh, beautiful verdant countryside and the town has some unique buildings, kinda like made in the Main Street style,yet in its own proper manner. And how hot was the water when you took a shower or brushed your teeth?LOL....very HOT! ;) As for the alligators there, I'd a thought they were only on the gulf coast not as inland as Arkansas is. As for the Bailey fast food joint, reminds me of Milt's Stop N Eat in Moab, say btw, when Pops and you went to Arches, did ya get to eat at Milt's? Well, that is if its still open for business. Loved the bird's eye view ya got going up the elevator as well as the hike but the elevation isn't that high up huh?I noticed on that map segment you showed, it had a peak at 1,121ft.and from what I remember Mt.Mitchell in the Appalachians is 5,000 ft . above sea level. Thanks for sharing, liked and wishing ya a great week! :)
Aloha from Honolulu! I always watch your National Park videos before we go there, as you always give important background and history of the place! My boyfriend and I are visiting Hot Spring NP beginning April 2024 for three days so we will have a lot more time than you did for just a day. We are also driving to Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, did you go there too? If you had more time, is there a hiking trail or town you would have liked to visit in the area, and I missed seeing your Pops in this video!
Beautiful video, however.....I was waiting to see for you to go in the water somewhere because that is where I want to go. Where is the free hot spring? I've been to the gangster museum, totally worth it! Thank you for posting.
It’s crazy I’ve lived 30 mins away from Hot Springs my whole life and have never really gotten the chance to experience it’s whole beauty I will say there is an old candy store a few shops down from the coffee place you visited that’s very nice but of course you can’t experience everythingggg😂 but it’s a very pretty city with really low crime rates compared to many cities that are similar if you’re still staying in AR or ever plan on returning I suggest for another smaller city coming to Murfreesboro where there’s the diamond mines we’re known for where you can keep all findings as well as many crystal shops and arrowhead searches etc there’s also the northwest corner of AR where we have our highest populations there is Springdale which is a very suburban area with a high Hispanic and Marshallese population with many great authentic Mexican restaurants and stores then there is Bentonville home town of Walmart so their main store is there then the biggest is Fayetteville Razorback city we have our large football and baseball stadium there as well as a huge variety of cultures and businesses shopping districts etc we are the natural state for a reason it truly is a beautiful state💜ps we’ve got Clinton’s birthplace and Johnny Cash birthplace
I live just blocks away from all this stuffs. Best beer ever: Superior Bathhouse Brewery. Best coffee ever wasn't featured in this video but it's down the street and it's called Red Light Roastery. This video is old so Fat Bottom Girls cupcakes are in a new building but I miss the old one from this video. Oh, the beer flight is called the "Beer bath" and it's huge! 18 beers, I think.
EXCELLENT description of Hot Springs National Park at Arkansas - We visit it ever year ( Not since the Covid) .......but......you did not visit "FAT JACK Bar/ Restaurant" next time it's a nice place to eat & drink.. Keep doing GOOD Visit Description......
It is a national park which is great because the crime in this area is very low the federal government is very staunch about things like graffiti and there's no trash in the downtown area. I walked alone at night and felt completely safe
I know it’s a NP. I’m saying it should be a National Historic Site. When you hear “National Park” you think Yellowstone,Smokey Mountains, Yosemite, etc. I’ve visited over 40 different national parks and Hot Springs was kind of a disappointment.
You missed Whittington Whitehouse. I’ll post on my Chanel. Going next weekend. My cousin owns a Mansion there…You missed it coming off of west mountain.
I live in Hot Springs. Thank you for sharing our city and help putting it on the map, it’s a great place to live. Small town feel. It was good to see where you live and so many positive places to explore. Moved here from So California. Thanks for sharing your travels. It’s like being there without being there!
I live about 30 minutes away from Hot Springs & we go there often. Its definitely my favorite places!
Lived here since I was 5. Love it. Strikes a great balance between a city and small town in my opinion. Living here so long you start to take the beautiful scenery for granted. I went to a classic car meetup thing at Pettie Jean Mountain. Unbelievable views.
Where should me and my gal go for hot bath. City facility. Trying to be thrifty. Tips appreciated
Born and raised right here in Hot Springs. This video sheds a really good light on how cool the city is. I forget sometimes bc I’m just used to it, but Hot Springs really is a beautiful place.
I'm a Spa City native myself. I used to love this city, but have since seen its dark underbelly and how much sin and corruption have taken its toll on this place. I've never lived anywhere else and would love to get away from this town for a change. But I've fallen on hard times and I highly doubt that I'll ever get to. It's pretty cool to run across videos like this on a big platform like YT and see comments from people that actually live here, too. 6 degrees of separation, I bet we all know some of the same people, or even know each other.
Take care.
Hot Springs resident here! I’m a firm believer one of the prettiest sunsets you can see is from Cedar Glades park just a little ways from Whittington & Kollective! 👍🏼
This is where I live and I love it. 💕
As a proud Arkansan of 18 years (sold my Temecula, California insurance agency and relocated in 2004 - thank goodness!), just an FYI: Hot Springs and just about every place east of Hot Springs is COMPLETELY different and vastly inferior to the western side of the state. I live on 36 spectacularly beautiful acres with a 2-1/2 acre lake in the Ouachita National Forest with plenty of necessary amenities nearby. It is a completely safe area - as a single woman, I don't even bother to lock my doors at night. It IS paradise!
Should have stayed in Cali 😂
Ouachita has amazing spring water! That’s all I drink n that’s just the one I can find in stores.
I live in Northwest Arkansas and have been to Hot Springs a dozen times. But, you're video shows me a lot of the National Park that I didn't know. And the fact that you don't waste your time (and me, too!) by extremely looooong (and boring) videos of whatever you're shooting is GREAT! Excellent job!
Totally agree! Great job dude!
I've lived here 20 years and consider it home. Great video thanks!
Awesome! I didn't know a thing about Hot Springs because nobody really goes there and REALLY nobody vlogs about it! So thanks! While there are quite a few other parks that are higher on my list, this video makes me look forward to the day I do get to Hot Springs.
My home town! ❤️
That's awesome!
I retired here from Texas..I love it here..
Worked at Manufacturing Facility in Hot Springs, AR for 2 years and I LOVE to visit Hot Springs every year.
Thanks for this visit.....
I’m loving watching all of your videos. They are well done and informative. I’ve a suggestion for another nice trip….come to New England in the Fall. I live in Maine. You can fly into Boston, rent a car and be in Maine in 2 hours. Fall in New England can’t be beat. Foliage peaks are around Columbus Day in general. You can easily see Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont or just concentrate on 1 or 2 states. You’ll love it, guarantee. ♥️
Thanks for making such a great video about my home town and glad you had a great time, been living in Hot Springs since I was 5 (33 now). You really take for granted how beautiful the scenery is (not just in Hot Springs, but all over Arkansas) when you live here so long. Recently I went to Peti Jean State Park, there were so many breathtaking views. And yeah, Baileys has AMAZING milk shakes. Oh also my High School biology teacher used to work part time at the alligator farm. One day during a show an alligator got its mouth clamped around his arm. Thankfully, he didn't suffer any permanent injuries, and the alligator was fine as well.
We have a Hot Springs on the Rez where people relax , shower/bath , or a party spot several times it was shut off but the pressure exploded it's flowing freely it has a lot minerals to relax you it comfortable
You did a great job showing Hot Springs and the National park!
There are some great attractions outside of downtown too! Garvan Woodland Gardens is amazing, particularly for the evening lights display around the holidays!
This came across my recommendation videos. I live near Hot Springs, it really is such an amazing place 💜
Great information! I was there last week, and wish I had watched this before I went. I wasn't expecting much since everyone dogs this National Park, but it exceeded my expectations! I really enjoyed it!
Glad you enjoyed your time here :)
Idk why but this video really touched me. Hot Springs is my first real place I've lived in since I started journey traveling the country in my little camper. With everything in life I kind of lost track of why I even started my journey. You're video really inspired me and reminded me why I'm out here- just exploring and seeing what this world has to see! Thank you and best of luck on your journeys!
Great tour! I love your commentary. Thanks for taking us to the park! Safe travels!
I love Hot Springs NP. I really enjoyed the hot pools at Quapaw Bath House. It was so relaxing for sore muscles after hiking some trails.
Great Video!!! Hot Springs NP is on my bucket list...
With limited travel funds I'm not sure that I'll ever make it to Arkansas so I sure appreciate iate being able to join you o. Your travels via video. That visitor center with all its stained glass certainly is a national treasure. It's too bad that Sutro Baths here in California did not receive similar treatment.
Happy Hollow, the cold Springs is really good!
We were just there 3 days ago and loved it!
Fascinating video, Josh. It's not what I expected for a national park, and I'll have to add it to my list.
Yea it is much different than other national parks
Wow such an awesome video and a even better national park. Keep up the great work good sir.
I ♥️♥️♥️Hot Springs. I have taken several of the hikes. We love to spend a long weekend there but you show some places I have not seen.
Thank you so much!
Very nice. Thank you again.
Hehe my boyfriend is from there. So glad you went to superior!
Excellent~
Very nice views I was there last week
Thanks for your video
thanks. One of the 3 states I never made it to. ?Retired in Baja, my driving is over...but you go to lots of places Ive been to. We had an alligator in Queens NY in 61 in the tub
I lived in Hot Springs almost a year. Just moved back to VA last month. Great video. I didn’t get to explore all those places because my arthritis keeps me from doing all that walking, but I would have loved to. I did do a little exploring by car. I lived in the country away from main downtown and where you were. Out there in the country the sunset is great.
Thank you! Great info. I was wondering what this park was like, and now I know!
Awesome I am relocating to NWA in March 2023. I will go visit this area!❤️❤️👍
This is incredible. Thank you for sharing. 👍🏻
No problem 👍
So interesting, and well researched, as ALWAYS...🌞👏🌊
Glad you enjoyed it!
Glad I found this video. In just a few days I’m taking my first trip to the Hot Springs area. I have a small cabin on Lake Hamilton and now I know some places I for sure need to visit.
I always look forward to your videos. Thank you.
GRACIAS, AMIGO
We are considering a trip to Hot Springs next year. Your video was very informative and enjoyable.
West Mountain is a wonderful road bike ride
Been Hot Springs... it is a beautiful area... The Arlington Hotel was where AL Capon stayed and you might want to ask them if you can see his room if it is not rented out. The Gangster museum is also a beautiful area to learn about the history.
Balanced Rock on the sunset trail gives you an amazing view of the sunset if you’re ever back in Hot Springs
Very informative! Thanks for sharing 👍🏼
love Arkansas especially flatside pinnacle petit jena nebo and magazine are all awesome
So cool!!! I was just there probably shortly before you were for their shortest st Patrick’s day parade which was such an experience!!! Definitely make sure to go back and see that sometime!
About an hour away, there’s a state park where you can dig for diamonds. Anything you find, you get to keep! Crater of Diamonds State Park.
Thank you for sharing this! I was wondering if a trip to both was feasible :)
Thank You for your beautiful videos by Father&Son love 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰👍
Definitely the best beer I've ever had was at Superior Bath House Brewery! And trust me, I've had LOT'S of beer from all over the world. (Is that good or bad? lol)
It’s great! Glad to know. Heading there this fall.
My grandfather helped do the heating and air when they built the mountain. Years later it was my aunts first job!
Great video, thanks!
Enjoyed, missed pops though
Oooo you should've went to Kollective on Wednesday night!
Awesome video! Appreciate all your hard work.
My pleasure!
Thanks... you saved me a trip...👍
Mineral water bath in my hotel room is why I’d get that room. I go to sycamore springs resort in San Luis Obispo/avila beach when I get a chance
You stay at the beautiful Arlington Hotel but you didn't mention the swimming pool and hot tub built on the side of the mountain. It was quite a work and so very interesting to see. Did you hunt for diamonds? That wasn't too far.
We enjoy your videos! Thank you!
Thanks for watching!
I have been wanting to visit this area for several years. Hopefully, I will go soon. There is a great You Tube channel called “Our Restoration Nation” that showcases this area, particularly the Fordyce Hotel. The couple is from Arkansas. You would love their channel! I always enjoy Your wonderful channel, too! Thanks for this great video!
Thanks man this is a breath of fresh air from all the negative news, crimes and chaos i hear in the US. I always wanted to travel to that country but discouraged thinking you can just get shot randomly.
Amazing way of experiencing the world and the different sites. Thanks! Super love your channel!
Really enjoyed your video!
I live here, I don't recommend moving here but it would be great visiting.
Nice video, I did go to Buckstaff and I think about returning as it was an incredible experience, like stepping back in luxurious time❤️
I have been to Hot Springs. Yes, went to the top of the tower.
Love watching your channel! Headed there tomorrow to camp at Gulpha Gorge.
Well done. I didn't know this existed.
Hopefully you’ll follow this up with a food video for Hot Springs. If you missed DeLuca’s Pizza while you were there you missed a real treat. One of the best in country IMHO.
Yes the owner is a great guy too
it’s a beautiful state n so underrated
Thanks for the shout out for bailey's great family great food. That peanut butter shake is awesome isn't it?
Inspiring videography! Peace
Looks like a good place in Arkansas outdoors
Great content, brother. Love from Pakistan. Stay safe.
Wish you had shown all the beautiful places in the Arlington
Where’s is your father in the last few videos? ???? he can’t quit, good exercise walking up down big hills & small hills along with you Josh
we missed seeing him 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Hot Springs is amazing and has amazing restaurants. Are you going to be doing another video about the food there?
AWESOME Video as always Josh, beautiful verdant countryside and the town has some unique buildings, kinda like made in the Main Street style,yet in its own proper manner. And how hot was the water when you took a shower or brushed your teeth?LOL....very HOT! ;) As for the alligators there, I'd a thought they were only on the gulf coast not as inland as Arkansas is. As for the Bailey fast food joint, reminds me of Milt's Stop N Eat in Moab, say btw, when Pops and you went to Arches, did ya get to eat at Milt's? Well, that is if its still open for business. Loved the bird's eye view ya got going up the elevator as well as the hike but the elevation isn't that high up huh?I noticed on that map segment you showed, it had a peak at 1,121ft.and from what I remember Mt.Mitchell in the Appalachians is 5,000 ft . above sea level. Thanks for sharing, liked and wishing ya a great week! :)
Great video!❤
Aloha from Honolulu! I always watch your National Park videos before we go there, as you always give important background and history of the place! My boyfriend and I are visiting Hot Spring NP beginning April 2024 for three days so we will have a lot more time than you did for just a day. We are also driving to Crystal Bridges Museum in Bentonville, did you go there too? If you had more time, is there a hiking trail or town you would have liked to visit in the area, and I missed seeing your Pops in this video!
Lake Degray is an amazing spot for sunset
Buckstaff is a great experience but you can't be shy
Love the video man
Thank you!
If you want to have fun in hot springs, got to the lakes, rivers, and creeks in the area. Itll make the trip actually worth it.
Grannys kitchen is the place for breakfast!!
Beautiful video, however.....I was waiting to see for you to go in the water somewhere because that is where I want to go. Where is the free hot spring? I've been to the gangster museum, totally worth it! Thank you for posting.
It’s crazy I’ve lived 30 mins away from Hot Springs my whole life and have never really gotten the chance to experience it’s whole beauty I will say there is an old candy store a few shops down from the coffee place you visited that’s very nice but of course you can’t experience everythingggg😂 but it’s a very pretty city with really low crime rates compared to many cities that are similar if you’re still staying in AR or ever plan on returning I suggest for another smaller city coming to Murfreesboro where there’s the diamond mines we’re known for where you can keep all findings as well as many crystal shops and arrowhead searches etc there’s also the northwest corner of AR where we have our highest populations there is Springdale which is a very suburban area with a high Hispanic and Marshallese population with many great authentic Mexican restaurants and stores then there is Bentonville home town of Walmart so their main store is there then the biggest is Fayetteville Razorback city we have our large football and baseball stadium there as well as a huge variety of cultures and businesses shopping districts etc we are the natural state for a reason it truly is a beautiful state💜ps we’ve got Clinton’s birthplace and Johnny Cash birthplace
I live just blocks away from all this stuffs. Best beer ever: Superior Bathhouse Brewery. Best coffee ever wasn't featured in this video but it's down the street and it's called Red Light Roastery. This video is old so Fat Bottom Girls cupcakes are in a new building but I miss the old one from this video. Oh, the beer flight is called the "Beer bath" and it's huge! 18 beers, I think.
fun
EXCELLENT description of Hot Springs National Park at Arkansas - We visit it ever year ( Not since the Covid) .......but......you did not visit "FAT JACK Bar/ Restaurant" next time it's a nice place to eat & drink..
Keep doing GOOD Visit Description......
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Missing pops!
I would consider Hot Springs more of a Historic site than a national park.
It is a national park which is great because the crime in this area is very low the federal government is very staunch about things like graffiti and there's no trash in the downtown area. I walked alone at night and felt completely safe
I know it’s a NP. I’m saying it should be a National Historic Site. When you hear “National Park” you think Yellowstone,Smokey Mountains, Yosemite, etc. I’ve visited over 40 different national parks and Hot Springs was kind of a disappointment.
Sunset is at balanced rock- you head out on sunset trail from the top of west mountain
You missed Whittington Whitehouse. I’ll post on my Chanel. Going next weekend. My cousin owns a Mansion there…You missed it coming off of west mountain.
You didn't go to Gulph Gorge campground. You'll have to come back.
I need mountains. The lookouts are just tress. Colorado, Utah, Wyoming would be best. I cant do Arkansas I don't think. Love to go one day though..
What tools do you use to identify places to visit in a new town?