Gulpha Gorge Campground

NPS National Park Service · Hot Springs, AR · Developed

Conditions

Road Access Paved
Driveway Surface Paved
Season Open Year Round
Campfires Campfires Allowed
Max RV Length 60 ft

Features

Rig Size Back In Only
Hookup Full Hookups 50 amp
Access Paved Access
Style Reservable

Campground Stats

Total Sites44
Sites Accepting RVs28
Overnight Sites44
Max RV Length60 ft
Max Amps50
Full Hookup Sites44
Electric Hookup Sites44
Back-In Sites30
SurfacePaved

Location

34.523509, -93.036279 · 305 Gulpha Gorge Rd , Hot Springs , AR 71901

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Description

Overview

Gulpha Gorge campground is a tree lined retreat nestled on Gulpha Creek just a few minutes from downtown Hot Springs National Park and historic Bathhouse Row. Open all year, the campground features 44 campsites all suitable for RVs and tents. This popular spot is the ideal base camp for all of your Hot Springs adventures and tends to fill up quickly, even in the fall and winter. Reservations are recommended.  

Recreation

Hot Springs National Park boasts 26 miles (42 km) of stunning trails. Gulpha Gorge Campground has a trail access to Hot Springs Mountain and Bathhouse Row. 

The campground sits adjacent to Gulpha Gorge Creek. The creek is perfect for wading, sitting and playing.  

Facilities

  • Each of the 44 sites has both 30 and 50 amp power, water and sewer hook ups as well as paved parking. The facility boasts three separate restroom facilities as well as a day use area to enjoy a picnic. Sites have a picnic table, fire rings and/or grills. One bathroom has a shower facility.  
  • All campground roads are paved and one way to help reduce traffic. 
  • Sites 4 and 17 are ADA accessibile. Each site connects to a comfort station via a paved walkway and the picnic tables, fire rings, grills, and hook ups are all within a concrete pad. These sites are only reservable one week in advance. 
  • Campground hosts are on site to help ensure you have an enjoyable stay. There are many nearby restaurants and shopping areas. Feel like taking a hike? There is even a trail head in the campground. The beautiful creek is a great way to cool down in the warm summer months.

Natural Features

Sit back and relax to the sounds of adjacent Gulpha Gorge Creek under the canopy of towering trees while being serenaded by the local winged inhabitants and you just may forget you are so close to downtown Hot Springs National Park.  

Enjoy a stunning hike to Bathhouse Row with mountain-top views along the way.

Dip your toes in Gulpha Gorge Creek or stretch out on the cool grass to enjoy the breeze while planning a visit to one of the stunning spas on historic Bathhouse Row.

Nearby Attractions

Gulpha Gorge campground is just a few minutes from downtown Hot Springs National Park and historic Bathhouse Row.

Contact Info

For facility specific information, please call (501) 620-6715.

Charges & Cancellations

 Cancellations more than 72 hours in advance of arrival date only incur a $10 transaction fee. Within 72 hours, $10 and the first night's fee are charged.

Directions

Gulpha Gorge Campground is off US Hwy 70B on the east side of Hot Springs. For GPS directions, the physical address is 305 Gorge Road, Hot Springs AR 71901. (There is no mail delivery at this address.)

Details

Phone501-620-6715
Email[email protected]
ReservableYes

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