National Park Service · Arkansas

Gulpha Gorge Campground

National Park Service · Arkansas, United States · in Hot Springs National Park

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Sites
44
Hookups
40 electric, 44 with water
Season
Year-round
Max RV length
40 ft
Drinking water
Yes
Restrooms
Yes
Showers
Yes
Dump station
No
Laundry
No
Pets
Yes
Elevation
551 ft
Dark sky
Bortle class 5
Cell coverage
T-Mobile weak · AT&T good · Verizon good (carriers' 4G LTE filings to the FCC, 2025-12; not measured here)
Lake
Hot Springs National Park
Nearest town
Hot Springs
Address
305 Gulpha Gorge Rd, Hot Springs, AR, 71901
Phone
501-620-6715

41 numbered sites are mapped one by one - open the site map to pick yours.

About

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.

Contact Info

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

Nearby Attractions

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

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.

Fees

All Camp Sites: $34. Camping is $34 per night.* As of February 1st, all campsites must be paid for by making a reservation on Recreation.gov *Owners of the America the Beautiful: The National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Senior or Access Pass may receive a 50% discount. This discount only applies to the fee for the campsite physically occupied by the pass owner.

Weather, month by month

MonthTypical highTypical lowColdest nightHottest dayYears with a night below 32°F
January49°32°11°70°9 of 11
February56°38°-2°74°8 of 11
March64°47°29°82°3 of 11
April72°53°37°85°0 of 11
May82°65°49°93°0 of 11
June89°71°60°97°0 of 11
July91°75°68°103°0 of 11
August93°75°66°103°0 of 11
September88°70°57°99°0 of 11
October74°54°38°89°0 of 10
November66°47°23°80°3 of 10
December54°39°25°72°6 of 10

Mid-month figures from 2016–2026 of daily weather at this spot (ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo, CC BY 4.0), in °F. Typical is the median; coldest and hottest are the extremes seen.

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