Bicycle Riding

Biking in the Park

NPS Photo/Mitch Smith

Biking through national parks is a great way to see beautiful scenery and discover new places. Cyclists are allowed and welcome to ride on any of the paved roads in the park. The roads up to North Mountain and West Mountain maintain a progressive incline with moderate traffic, so please use caution and plan accordingly.

Bicycles are not allowed on the Grand Promenade or on the sidewalk in front of Bathhouse Row.

Bike Trails

The following trails have been authorized for bicycle and e-bike use:

• Pullman Trail

 

E-Bikes in the Park

E-bikes are allowed in Hot Springs National Park where traditional bicycles are allowed. E-bikes are prohibited where traditional bicycles are prohibited. Except where use of motor vehicles by the public is allowed, using the electric motor to move an e-bike without pedaling is prohibited.

Biking in Hot Springs

The City of Hot Springs provides ample opportunities for bikers of all levels. Visit Bike Hot Springs for more detailed information including maps, trail lengths, and other tips.

Details

Activity

Biking

Age(s)

12 and Older

Biking is open to all ages, but given the difficulty of the terrain on the Pullman Trail and the hgh traffic use of the paved roads around the park, we suggest those only 12 and older, or those who are comfortable under those conditions ride their bikes in the park.

Pets Allowed

No

Pets must be kept on a leash; with the high traffic conditions of the roads and the bumpy nature of the Pullman Trail, pets accompanying their owners on bike rides not recommended, although it is allowed.

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

Paved Roads & the Pullman Trail

Cyclists are allowed and welcome to ride on any of the paved roads in the park. The roads up to North Mountain and West Mountain maintain a progressive incline with moderate traffic, so please use caution and plan accordingly.

Bicycles are not allowed on the Grand Promenade or on the sidewalk in front of Bathhouse Row.

Bike Trails

The following trails have been authorized for bicycle and e-bike use:

• Pullman Trail

Directions to the trailhead:

From the Visitor Center head north on Central Ave toward the Arlington Hotel. Stay on Central Ave following the curve to the right onto Park Ave. Stay on Park Ave for 1.3 miles. When you will see a Shell Gas Station on your right, turn left onto Pullman Ave. Stay left at the fork to stay on Pullman Ave. The Bike park is at the end of Pullman Ave.

Reservations

No

Season

Winter, Spring

Time of Day

Day

Accessibility Information

With the right equipment, such as adaptive bicycles, the Pullman Trail and paved roads remain accessible for cycling. The paved roads are wide, but maintain a successive incline all the way to the top for at least a mile. Always use caution when cycling near traffic.