I’ve visited 39 US national parks. One stands out as the most underrated and unique.
August 22, 20240
The Superior Bathhouse now operates as a brewery.
Kara Williams
The Superior Bathhouse, which operated from 1916 to 1983, reopened as a brewery in 2014. This casual spot with lots of outdoor seating is the only brewery in a US national park.
We enjoyed Superior Bathhouse Brewery so much that we visited it twice. One afternoon, we went to an Oktoberfest celebration with live music and special menu items, like bratwurst and pretzels. The next day, we sampled more of the brewery’s 18 draft beers.
One of the bathhouses now operates as a hotel.
There are over 26 miles of hiking trails in Hot Springs National Park.
Kara Williams
Gentle walking paths and more rigorous hiking trails are both part of the experience for visitors seeking good health in Hot Springs, Arkansas.
We accessed trails just behind Bathhouse Row, spending a couple of hours strolling through the forest. Over 26 miles of trails weave through the hills and canyons on either side of Central Avenue.
Of all the national parks I’ve visited, this one stands out as the most unusual.
I really enjoyed our trip to Hot Springs National Park.
Kara Williams
As a fan of water wellness, hiking, and hops, I loved visiting Hot Springs National Park.
The well-done museum, opportunities for soaking in a historic bathhouse, and various hiking trails make this national park well worth a road trip stop or weekend getaway.
Correction: August 22, 2024 — An earlier version of this story included an incorrect detail about Hot Springs National Park’s location. It’s in the middle of a Southern city, not a Midwestern one.
