Grand Promenade National Recreation Trail

The Grand Promenade

NPS Photo/Mitch Smith

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%

Details

Duration

30-60 Minutes

Activity

Hiking

Age(s)

All ages are welcome on the Grand Promenade.

Pets Allowed

Yes

Pets must be kept on a leash while in the park. Please clean up after your pet. 

Activity Fee

No

Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.

Location

South Entrance

The Grand Promenade has three entrances. One at the southern end of Bathhouse Row, near 101 Reserve St.; One at the northern end of Bathhouse Row, along Fountain Street; and another in-between the Fordyce and Maurice Bathhouses near 369 Central Ave. 

Reservations

No

Season

Year Round

Time of Day

Day, Dawn, Dusk

The trails are open from 5:00am - 10:00pm CST.

Accessibility Information

The Grand Promenade is an 8 foot wide paved, brick pathway with a grade of 3.7%.