Near Oak Trail
Trail entrance
Near Oak Trail
Benches line the trail, allowing you to stroll at a leisurely pace and take breaks as needed.
Near Oak Trail
Hot Spring, located north of Superior Bathhouse.
Near Oak Trail
The Hot Springs Rehabilitation Center can be seen from the Oak Trail. It is one of the few views from the trail.
Near Oak Trail
Water flows along the trail after a rainstorm.

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Hike Trail

Oak Trail

2.5 (2 Ratings)
A moderate trail leading from the town of Hot Springs to W. Mountain Drive.
0.9
mi
Distance
36
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.89mi
Distance
36ft
Elevation Gain
285ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
910ft
High Point
660ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
The Oak Trail begins near the Visitor Center, and at first is a steep descent. There is a ramp, though visitors in wheelchairs or with strollers will want to use caution. The trail is short, though it passes many of Hot Springs' historic sights, and this is a good way to access portions of the town from the visitor center. The path is a good alternate route to the West Mountain Trail, and eventually ends at an intersection with the Canyon Trail. Along the way, visitors will pass such sights as the historic Levi Hospital, and the Gangster Museum. Before the trail ends, there will be a concrete bridge crossing.

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