Natural Wonder
Our Take
This is not your typical National Park! People from all over the country flocked here in the early 1900s to soak in the hot mineral baths, thought to cure multiple illnesses. Today, the vibe is more "quirky tourist attraction." Think Branson, MO meets an old mobster movie. The main strip of the park, Bathhouse Row, is lined with old buildings that are connected to the geothermal hot springs. You can't actually see the springs unless you visit one of the bathhouses. The former Fordyce Bathhouse is the visitor center and museum. Buckstaff Bathhouse is the most unique attraction: It's a park concessioner that offers group soaking pools or private soaks in the hot water. Make an appointment or show up early because time slots fill up fast. There are also multiple fountains around town to fill water bottles with water from the springs.