Scenic Hiking at Goat Rock Trail in Hot Springs National Park
Goat Rock Trail is a favored hiking destination within Hot Springs National Park, AR, known for its manageable 2-mile round trip and beautiful natural surroundings. This trail offers an easy to moderate experience that welcomes dogs and families alike, making it a perfect choice for outdoor recreation enthusiasts in the area.
The trail meanders past diverse native trees such as ash, gum, and oak, and features striking moss-covered boulders in a palette of creamy whites, pinks, and dark grays. Hikers enjoy a peaceful walk with the occasional sighting of local wildlife, including small lizards and even the rare cottonmouth snake sunning itself on rocks. The overlook at Goat Rock provides a rewarding viewpoint, ideal for taking in the scenic beauty of the park.
Well-marked and connecting to other trails, Goat Rock Trail is a delightful way to immerse yourself in the natural charm of Hot Springs. Its moderate incline challenges hikers while offering an accessible adventure for most skill levels.
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William McDowell
7 months agoIt’s an easy to moderate trail, 1 mile downhill to the scenic Goat Rock, then you can continue on to other trails or turn around and 1 mile uphill back to parking. We took our dog, and besides the narrow trail when passing fellow dog walkers or families, it was a great experience.
S. Echo Ring
1 year agoSwitchback trail going down from small parking area. They should call it Lizard Rock Trail; saw a few small lizards. Some very nice mossy boulders and rock of different colors. From a creamy white to shell pink and dark gray even black. A mix of native Arkansas trees; Ash, gum, Persimmons, Ponderosa pine and a few species of Oak. We went on a very hot sunny day without water so we only hiked about a mile total. Trail hooks on to others and very well marked. Not many people on a Tuesday afternoon.
Brynna Dowling
1 year agoOct 15th- This was a pretty easy hike, well marked, it is all up hill, but a quick little up and back, you can keep going and do the loop if you choose but we didn’t, we came back down. We did see a cotton mouth under one of the rocks you walk across, which I couldn’t believe cause it was pretty chilly. But I guess they were trying to get some sun. So heads up. Nice little look out point at the top.
Reuben Reyes
3 years agoVery nice trail with amazing rocks along the trail. This one was hard for an old guy like me. The trail is nicely maintained but in some area is steep. Scenic views can be seen along the way. It is recommended to take proper hiking shoes and plenty of water. This hike was a challenge for me but very rewarding.
ÊŽÉŸÉŸnp duffy
6 months agoShort hike with a small amount of parking nearby, great views from the rock overlook!