Historical Marker

Old Southwest Trail

Historical marker location:
101-199 River Street, Benton, Arkansas
( Marker is at the intersection of River Steet and South Market Street on River Steet.)
Marker installed: 1976

Hot Springs, Arkansas, has been a popular tourist destination since the 19th century because of its natural hot springs. In fact, the area was designated as Hot Springs National Park in 1921, making it the oldest national park in the United States.
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