Things to Do and See in Livingston, Texas

If you find yourself traveling down 146 in East Texas, you’re going to go right through Polk County - home of Livingston, Texas. This classic, small Texas town was once a stop for weary travelers going up and down Highway 59 (I-69) and once the highway moved, travelers forgot all about this little town.Well, the people of Livingston want to tell you to put them back on the map! Downtown Livingston is growing by leaps and bounds through the efforts of many local small business owners and entrepreneurs. So make Livingston, Texas a destination this summer! Here’s a little of what you can find there.

Petalz By Annie

About a month ago, I was on my way home from visiting my in-laws and I saw the prettiest floral mural on the side of a building in Livingston, Texas. It was gorgeous and I knew at that point I needed to go in there and see what they offered. I’m so glad I did. After researching online a bit, I found that the place with the pretty mural was called Petalz by Annie. It is a an adorable boutique that has a florist component, a cute little shop for home goods, and a tea and coffee bar. From the moment you step inside the store, it feels like home. Everything is beautifully designed, it smells great, and there’s even really comfortable seating just waiting for you to have a seat and spend a few hours chatting with friends.While I was there, I got to talk with Annie, the owner of Petalz by Annie, and she couldn’t have been nicer. We got to talk about how the store came to be and what her hopes were for the patrons who came in. Another interesting thing is that she is passionate about revitalizing Livingston and bringing some life back into the town - especially in the historic downtown area. And she’s doing just that. She’s even bought the movie theater next door and is going to revamp it into its former glory.The great thing is that other companies are following suit. There’s a business that just moved in across the street from her and then there’s also the Ruby Cattle Company Market which is close by as well. Annie and the other ladies there are some of the most genuine women you’ll ever meet. So go order a coffee and tell them I sent you.

Ruby Cattle Company

Walking into the Ruby Cattle Company Market you will get a sense of Texas pride. On one wall there are meats from the cattle from the Ruby Cattle Company ranch and on the other wall there are all sorts of soaps, honey, T-shirts, barbecue rubs; all sorts of things anything you can think of that are all Texas made and grown. The market has a great selection of cuts of beef and they even have some prepared foods like shepherds pie (yum!),  lasagna, and sides so if you were looking for a one stop shop for that dinner table tonight, this is the place to go. While I was there I also got to head outside of town to their farm.The farm is about 20 minutes east of Livingston and it is situated on 1200 acres next to the Native American reservation. It’s a beautiful piece of land with somewhere between 600 to 800 heads of cattle. I had the opportunity to go and meet with Joe, the fourth generation cattle rancher, and he was such a joy to talk to. You could see the passion and the love that he had for working his land, taking care of his cattle, providing for his employees, and for putting a good piece of meat on the table for not just himself but for the public in general.They have specialty tours twice a year at the farm where you can see the farm in action, eat some barbecue sandwiches, drink a Texas beer, and listen to a live band play. You need to be on one of these tours - you won’t regret it!

Lake Livingston State Park

Whatever your outdoor pleasure - whether it be camping, hiking, biking, canoeing, kayaking, boating, or water skiing - Lake Livingston State Park has it all available for you. Be sure to reserve your dates ahead of time for both day passes and overnight camping!

C & M Blueberry Farm

Starting Memorial Day weekend each year, head on over to the blueberry farm! This pick your own farm has acres of blueberry bushes just ready for you to grab right off the bushes.

Livingston Trade Days

Trade Days is held in Pedigo Park, which is conveniently located just 2/10 mile off the Highway 59 corridor, in the center of Livingston, Texas, one hour north of Houston Intercontinental Airport and one hour south of Lufkin. Livingston Trade Days is set up in Livingston's scenic Pedigo Park. Shoppers peruse through two covered pavilions and open-air lots that are host to a wide variety of food, arts and crafts, collectible and antique vendors.This great environment welcomes families, day-trippers and outdoor enthusiasts who come to enjoy a few hours at the park. Their goal is to bring a treasure or two home. Courtesy rest areas are located throughout the grounds for shoppers' convenience. There is no admission or parking charge. With hundreds of vendors and an eclectic selection of wares, there's something for everyone! 

Tempe Creek Vineyard and Farms

Down a dirt road by a creek, you’ll find pastures with longhorns and donkeys, a vineyard, and a wine tasting room. Tempe Creek Vineyard is owned by Jennifer Cook and Michael Santana, Houston natives who wanted to escape the city life for a more quiet, wholesome place to unwind. For just $12.50, you can sample all of their available wines and feed the livestock grazing in the nearby field. You can also check out their website for weekend events, concerts, and activities hosted at the vineyard.

Double Creek Farm

If you find yourself in the Livingston area in the fall, be sure to head to Double Creek Farm. They have a pumpkin patch and Christmas tree farm that you and your kids will love. They’re only open Friday-Sundays, so be sure to stop by the farm for some fall/winter fun! As you can see, Livingston, Texas has a lot to offer people of all different backgrounds and interests! Be sure to check it out this summer for your next Texas road trip!If you’d like to see more travel tips like this, SUBSCRIBE to my YouTube Channel!

A Weekend in Waco, TX | What to Do and Where to Eat

I love college towns.

They're always so vibrant, adventurous, and they ALWAYS have good food options. So let's say you're visiting Waco, Texas and you only have a weekend so explore. Here's a few things that we've found that are MUST SEE things to do and place to eat at while in Waco, Tx.

Things to Do

What started out as a college town has grown into a thriving small town with big city amenities. Check out all there is to do in Waco, Texas on your next family road trip!

Homestead Craft Village

This really neat place for kids is a free admission farm that features make your own craft activities for kids, hay rides, gardens, and you can even have a meal at the Café Homestead. It’s a great way to spend a few hours outside and learning how early settlers might have lived.

Magnolia Market

If you’re a fan of Chip and Joanna Gaines or their show, Fixer Upper, chances are you’ve heard of the Magnolia Silos. The Silos feature food and home décor all in one cute location. The Silos, Seed + Supply, Press, and Bake Shop take up several city blocks and provide a great space for families to shop, eat, spend some time outdoors, and design their dream home. It’s really a great place to spend a couple hours. Our new favorite additions include the Katy Ballpark and the Old Church. They add such a sweet, hometown element to the Silos District and we all found something different that we loved about the space.

Mammoth National Monument

This cool national park is open 9-5, and admission adults $5, kids $3. What you’ll see while there are Columbia Mammoths! Standing as tall as 14 feet and weighing 20,000 pounds, Columbian mammoths roamed across what is present-day Texas thousands of years ago. Today, the fossil specimens represent the nation's first and only recorded evidence of a nursery herd of ice age Columbian mammoths.

Visit the Bears

On the edge of the campus of Baylor University, you can walk up to the bear den – aka where the famous Baylor Bears live on campus. Depending on the weather, you might be able to see them and you might not. But I always have to check and see just to be sure.

Where to Eat

You know this girl’s gotta eat well while on vacation, so here’s a few spots you’ll want to take your family to eat at while you’re in Waco, Texas.

Southern Roots Brewing

This was our favorite place to eat while in Waco, hands down. Even during the summer when the students are out of school, they’re busy on most nights – especially weekends when they have life music playing inside. The pizza and wings are out of this world! That’s what I love about college towns – there’s always so much delicious food available! They also have board games available, so you can come and drink a few beers and make a night of it! 

Magnolia Table

Every time I visit Waco, thi is a must if you want to eat all of those delicious Joanna Gaines recipes she has in her recipe books. They serve breakfast and lunch and are open to walk-ins, but reservations open up online one month prior to the booking date, so if you want a guaranteed table without a wait, you’ll want to stay up until midnight and book that reservation for your day and time of choice. They have some delicious country-style classics and the food and décor are both phenomenal.On a normal day, there is at least an hour wait to get a table at Magnolia Table. But here’s how you’re going to skip that line. Reservations open exactly 30 days before booking a specific date. So if you know you’re going to want to go on a certain day, go on their website at 11:59pm 31 days before your trip and patiently wait that one minute and then POUNCE ON IT. Yep. You will pick your exact time and you can’t reserve a table for over 6 people, so have a game plan beforehand. There are only a certain number of reservations allowed each day, so once they’re gone, they’re gone. 

Places to Stay

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Fayetteville, Arkansas Weekend Trip | Family Travel Tips

“The mountains are calling and I must go.”I’ve always loved being in the mountains. So driving and hiking around in Fayetteville, Arkansas was *literally* a breath of fresh air for me. Arkansas is known as “The Natural State” and if you visit, you’ll see why. Everywhere you look, there’s mountains and hills, rivers, and gorgeous landscapes for as far as the eye can see.We recently got back from a weekend trip to Fayetteville, Arkansas and I couldn’t wait to show you all of the wonderful things there are to do here. No matter your activity level, interest, or amount of time you have to spend on vacation, you’ll find it here.

Things to Do

There’s more to Fayetteville than just the mountains! Check out all the fun things your family can do while visiting!

Pig Trail Scenic Byway

If you’re looking for winding scenic drive, you’ll want to take the 19 mile Pig Trail Scenic Byway through the Ozark Mountains. Named after it’s curly, pig-tail appearance, this foliage-filled road is popular most seasons of the year, but primarily fall when it’s vibrant with colors.  In order to get on the trail, you’ll take Arkansas State Highway 23 near Interstate 40 through to it’s intersection with Arkansas 16. It starts and ends in Fayetteville, so you’re bound to see parts of it while you’re there.

Lokomotion Family Fun Park

If indoor activities for the family are the name of your game, then Lokomotion is where you should go. They’ve got laser tag, mini golf, go karts, bumper boats, and a video arcade.

Devil’s Den State Park

The “Natural State” has loads to offer when it comes to outdoor sights. If you want to get a feel for the land, head out to Devil’s Den State Park. This park has hiking trails through the wooded areas that you’re just going to love. And the drive through the switchbacks entering the park are all part of the fun!

112 Drive In Theater

Thursdays through Sunday evenings, head on over to the 112 Drive In movie theater. For just $10 per car, you can drive your car on in and park it to watch a movie on the big screen from the comfort of your own space. A concession stand is available and you can also bring your own snacks as well.

Air & Military Museum

If you have an aviation fanatic or military buff in your family, you need to check this place out. They have countless fixed-wing airplanes, helicopters, and even an “air tractor”. My military loving child loved this stop! He got to sit inside a ferret tank and several airplanes and was in pure Heaven.

Lake Fayetteville

If you enjoy fishing, this is the place to do it! At the lake, you’ll find Crappie, Bass, Blue Gill, Red Ear, Catfish, Goggle-eye, and Carp. However, if you’re looking for something more adventurous, it’s an idle-only lake, so water sports are a no go.

Fayetteville Square

In the center of town is Fayetteville Square. There, you’ll find restaurants, shops, and and meet a few locals. There’s a weekly farmer’s market you can shop for regional goods as well as several spots for photo ops, like the world peace fountain and several murals on town square.

Gator Golf Course

This mini golf course features 2 18-hole mini golf courses in the hills of the Ozarks. Ranging from easy puts to more difficultly timed shots are fun for the whole family and is sure to bring out your competitive side.

Razorbacks Greenway

The Razorbacks Greenway is a 36 mile paved path route that runs from Fayetteville to Springdale. It’s great for biking or walking and provides a great scenic way to get around. You can rent electric bikes and have fun riding down the greenway in style!

Canoeing, Kayaking, and Water Rafting

There are 5 different rivers that easily accessible from the Fayetteville area. The most breath-taking is the Buffalo river. For a more adventurous ride, start towards the north end of the river. If you’re looking for a more relaxing trek, start at the midpoint of the river.

Prairie Grove Aquatic Park

There’s no better way to beat the heat than to hit the pool! Prairie Grove Aquatic Park has a walk-in entry pool with two water slides that’s a fun and affordable option for your family visiting in the summer months. The day we visited the park, it was over 100 degrees outside. The pools and water slides were perfect to cool off in and have a few hours of fun. It's a great spot for kids of all ages - in fact, my five year old was able to go on the ride above and touch bottom once she got to the 3 foot deep water at the bottom. There's also tables and plenty of places in the shade for us non-sun people as well.

Flying Q Farms

Ages 5 and up can hit the trail on their trusty steed for a trail ride. Trail rides are during weekdays only and are a fun way to get to see the beautiful landscape from a different perspective. The farm also offers summer camps and private horseback riding lessons, if that’s something you’re interested in.

Arkadia Retrocade

This super cool arcade has over 160 machines. From classic arcade games and foosball, to super nintendo and many more. And at just $5 per visit, this place is a steal because you can play every game in the place for as long as they're open.

Where to Eat

The best way to experience a new place has got to be checking out the local eateries. Here’s a few of our favorites!

Hugo’s

This is the place to go to in Fayetteville for burgers! The entrance is downstairs in the basement, but the flavors are anything but lower level! My favorite was the sirloin steak sandwich. It has a lime aioli on it which really makes it!

Hammontree’s Gourmet Grilled Cheese

This place is a grilled cheese sandwich connoisseur’s dream! The fun Dr. Seuss-esque logo of a ham sitting on top of a tree is exactly the whimsical kind of food you’re going to get here – and it’s just as delicious! I loved the white buffalo sandwich with tomato basil soup and my husband really enjoyed the Cheebacca with crawfish bisque. This place has a fun vibe, is in a great area, and afterwards you can go to the food truck park and get some ice cream for dessert.

Burton’s Creamery

You say ‘ice cream’, I say, ‘I’m in!’ At Shulertown Food Truck Park, you’ll find half a dozen food trucks with all different kinds of food, but one your mouth will start watering at is definitely the ice cream truck. Burton’s keeps it simple – vanilla or chocolate – but they’ll put it in a cone, between two cookies, add some toppings, or make it however you like! I got vanilla ice cream between two chocolate chip cookies and they rolled the edges in cinnamon toast crunch. Yum! My husband also had the double chocolate chip cookie sandwich with the vanilla ice cream in the middle.

Wood Stone Craft Pizza + Bar

There’s two locations for this pizza place and we just happened to be closer to the one by the mall when we went. The garlic bread sticks were cheesy and delicious and are a must! I also ordered a wedge salad to start so I could start the meal on a semi-healthy note and this giant salad came out with a steak knife in it. It was delicious and ended up being my meal and I took the pizza home. Ha! The macaroni and cheese was made with cavatappi noodles and was super cheesy and delicious! I also ordered the THISS pizza and it was really flavorful! The service was great, the food was good, and we were seated almost immediately when we walked in. Overall, it was a great experience and we’d love to go back!

Catfish Hole

If you’re looking for grandma’s southern fried cookin’, this is the place! The service is super fast – all of the waiters work all of the tables it seems like, because everyone was helping us if they saw our tea glasses getting low or asking if we needed more hushpuppies. They serve everything family style, so make sure to order plenty of fried catfish, because everyone will eat more than you think they will. I also tried the blackened catfish, but as someone who loves her cajun food, I would just call it ‘grilled’ and not so much blackened because there wasn’t any spice to it at all. The kids loved the atmosphere of the restaurant too – the stained glass windows all depicted funny “catfish” images and they loved looking at each one.

Places to Stay

Whether you're an AirBnB lover or prefer a hotel that comes with complimentary breakfast, Fayetteville has something to meet your needs! Use the search box below to see what's available for your travel dates!Booking.comIf you’d like to see more family friendly vacations like this, subscribe to my Youtube Channel!

A Weekend Itinerary for Hot Springs, Arkansas

There’s something in the water…Or at least that’s what people thought when they used to make the cross country journey to the healing powers of the natural springs in Hot Springs, Arkansas.Since that time, Hot Springs has ‘sprung up’ with so much more than just water. From hiking to horses races, there’s a little something for everyone in your family. Check it out!

Things to Do

Hot Springs, Arkansas has not shortage of things to do! In fact, there’s so much there, you might need more than just a weekend to fit it all in. Here’s a few things to choose from:

Hot Springs National Park

Of course, the number one thing to do in Hot Springs is going to be it’s namesake – Hot Springs National Park. It’s free to visit the park, so price-wise this place is perfect. This beautiful park is right in the middle of the city – in fact, on one side of the street you’ve got businesses and buildings and the other is national forest area. But once you get deeper into the park, you’ll find 26 miles of hiking trails and 8 historic bathhouses. On Bathhouse Row, you’ll see eight historic buildings that were constructed in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s, along with the Grand Promenade.So what exactly are the bathhouses you ask? Before modern medicine was around, health seekers came to Hot Springs to “take to the waters”. In sitting in the spring-fed baths, the waters were thought to cure a plethora of ailments. While most of the bathhouses are no longer in use, two of them are open to the public. The Fordyce Bathhouse, one of the more luxurious spas, now serves as a museum to the Golden Age of Bathing (and it has free entry) and you can still take a dip at the Buckstuff Bathhouse or Quapaw Baths & Spa – but make sure you have a reservation and kids are not allowed inside the working bathhouses.While in the park, you’ll want to take a sip at one of the 6 public water fountains. These drinking facilities are real, spring fed, water – so you can experience the “healing powers” for yourself.

Running of the Tubs

If you’re into the quirky and slightly silly, then you have to check out the Running of the Tubs! This is one day of the year where the community has fun paying homage to their water-loving city by strapping some wheels on the bottom of their bathtubs, decorating them to the nines, and racing through town. It’s such a fun event and like nothing you’ve ever seen before!

AdventureWorks Hot Springs

Looking for a little adventure? This zipline course provides all the thrills and excitement you’re looking for on a vacation. Packages range from $35-80 per person.

Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo

If you’re an animal lover, this place is a must see place in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The Alligator Farm & Petting Zoo has been there for over 100 years, so you know they treat their animals well and are doing a great job teaching the community about these dragon-looking creatures. While at the farm, you can hold a baby alligator, learn more about these powerful animals, and pet a few more cuddlier animals in the petting zoo. If you go, make sure to go on a Saturday or Sunday at noon so you can watch the alligator feeding. Those powerful jaws are a sight to see in person! Tickets are $7 for kids and $9 for adults, but they also have a 50 cent coupon on their website. And, of course, don’t bring your pets unless you want them to become alligator food!

Oaklawn Racing & Gaming

Since 1904, Oaklawn Racing Casino Resort has been one of the premier Thoroughbred racetracks in the country ­– home of the $1 million Arkansas Derby and so much more. The season ended the end of April, so we weren’t able to catch any races, but it’s such a beautiful arena! There’s also a large hotel and casino on property that has regularly scheduled live entertainment.

Mid America Science Museum

Who says science museums are boring? This indoor/outdoor museum was so neat! For only $8.80 per person, you can see exhibits like the Bob Wheeler Science Skywalk, Light Bridge, Dinosaurs, Rowland Emett Collection (Rowland Emett was a constructor of whimsical kinetic sculpture and creator who made pieces like those in Chitty Chitty Bang Bang), rope trampoline thing, dino trek, and the world’s largest tesla coil. Plan to spend a couple hours looking at all of the exhibits.

Hot Springs Historic Baseball Trail

Do you have baseball coursing through your viens? If you’re a baseball fanatic, you’ll want to make note of this one. You can stand in the very spot where Babe Ruth hit his record-breaking home run – the first to fly more than 500 feet! Just download the app and you’re on your way to a self-guided tour of the city’s baseball history! Check out more info on that here.

Garvan Woodland Gardens

This beautiful wooded wonderland is a place you just have to see! Garvan Woodland Gardens is a 210-acre botanical garden of the University of Arkansas located on the shores of beautiful Lake Hamilton in Hot Springs, Arkansas.The site for Garvan Woodland Gardens was purchased in the 1920's after a timber clear-cut in about 1915. Mrs. Garvan loved this beautiful place so much that she never allowed it to be cut again. In 1956, as a self-taught gardener, she began to develop it as a garden and possible future residence. She was intimately familiar with the land and laid out each path, marking every tree to be removed. Verna also personally chose each new plant and selected its location. Over the next forty years, Mrs. Garvan planted thousands of specimens which now form an impressive collection.There are hundreds of rare shrubs and trees, some more than 40 years old, including camellias, magnolias and more than 160 different types of azaleas. In the center of the original plantings is the Garvan Pavilion, designed by nationally acclaimed architects E. Fay Jones (winner of the American Institute of Architects' prestigious Gold Medal and former Dean of the University of Arkansas School of Architecture) and his partner Maurice Jennings. Japanese maples and tree peonies serve as an introduction to the Japanese inspired Garden of the Pine Wind, just as Mrs. Garvan always intended. Rock gardens, a conifer border, and a growing number of bulbs and perennials complete the collection, providing interest throughout the year. It was Mrs. Garvan's wish that the Gardens be used to educate and serve the people of Arkansas, providing them the joy and repose it had offered her. She noted the devastation of the environment that had taken place in her lifetime and wished to preserve a remnant of the twentieth century's natural grandeur for generations to come.Also on property, you can see the Anthony Chapel. This gorgeous glass and native wood beam chapel is the perfect spot for a fairytale wedding! It features a 57 foot ceiling tat seems to just reach right into the trees! We were able to stop in and see it and it just surreal! This is a must see for sure! While you can’t go inside right now (thanks, Covid!), visitors are still able to see it from the outside and take it all in.For just $15 per adult and $5 per kid or dog, you can see take in all this gorgeous garden has to offer. Don’t forget to check out the 4 story tree house (our kids loved it) – and if you’re a flower buff, there’s a bloom calendar on their website.

Ron Coleman Crystal Mining

The Ouachita Mountains surrounding Hot Springs produce some of the world’s finest quartz crystals including mammoth-size specimens that have made their way to museums, galleries and private collections all around the world. Various mines in nearby Jessieville and Mount Ida offer visitors the opportunity to dig for their own treasures and keep whatever they find. There’s also a zipline there for a the more adventurous ones in your group.

Magic Springs & Crystal Falls

Looking for a little heart-pounding adventure? Then you’ll want to head over to Magic Springs! This theme park/water park combo opens at the end of may and provides tons of fun all summer long. There’s concerts on Saturday nights and they also have “Cooler Sundays” where you can bring your own drinks and snacks into the park (just no alcohol or glass containers please). They have kid rides, family rides, and thrill rides, plus all the water park fun you could need to help you cool off this summer.

Maxwell Blade Magic Show

Ready to be amazed? The Maxwell Blade Theater of Magic is just the place! This family-friendly show features Maxwell Blade – a magician and illusionist that you just have to see to believe. Shows are just under 2 hours and feature large scale illusions, close up magic, comedy, and live music. Tickets are available online  for just $20-39 each.

Where to Eat

When I'm checking out a new town, I've just got to try a few of the local restaurants. Here's a few restaurants in Hot Springs we loved.

Superior Bathhouse Brewery

Get your fill of the geothermal waters that gave Hot Springs its name and its fame at any of the jug fountains in Hot Springs National Park. At Superior Bathhouse Brewery you can drink beer brewed with the park’s water. Housed in a historic bathhouse, it is the first brewery headquartered in a national park and is believed to be the only brewery using thermal spring water as its main ingredient. The water flows through Superior’s pipes at about 140 degrees, saving both time and energy in the brewing process.

Deluca's

Would you believe you can find Brooklyn style pizza in the Northwest part of Arkansas? Yeah, I didn’t either. But here we are! Food & Wine said they had the best pizza in the state, and we agreed that it was pretty dang good. We ordered the Big Mike (sausage and pepperoni) and it was delicious! These 18” pizzas are big enough to feed the entire family for just $29 each! Pro tip: make a reservation. They only make so much dough per day, so when they sell out, they sell out. When you make your reservation, you’ll actually reserve a number of pizzas. So that way, they know they have enough saved for you. We loved it and the location was super convenient to go walk off all that pizza at Bathhouse Row afterwards.

Taco Mama

Away from the touristy spots, you’ll find a local Mexican food eatery. We had no wait and the food was good. I recommend getting the chicken enchiladas or the chicken and rice dish. Portions are a little on the small side from what we’re used to in Texas Tex-Mex joints, but the food had some great flavor.

The Pancake Shop

Just go get in line. Seriously. Do it now because there’s going to be a wait. But when you’re voted as one of the 50 Best Breakfasts in 50 States by the Food Network, you know you’re going to have something delicious waiting for you on the other side of that wait. You’re going to need to order pancakes, something with ham (I got an omelet), and the hot chocolate. Just trust me on this one. They make the hot chocolate with hot milk fresh for each order and it was delicious. Everything we got was super tasty!

Fat Bottomed Girls Cupcakes

We stumbled upon this cupcake shop across from Bathhouse Row and we're so glad we did! Their cupcakes were flavorful and moist - just how they should be!

Places to Stay

Where should I stay in Hot Springs Arkansas?

Cloud 9 RV

The thing with RV parks is that you never really know what you’re going to get. So we were pleasantly surprised when we pulled off the main road and drove through the huge arch over the road that read ‘Cloud 9 - Open’ in neon lights. Up a twisty-turvy driveway, was a beautiful Hot Springs RV park full with trees, campers, and friendly faces. We felt safe letting the kids play outside and we loved exploring around the grounds. I would definitely stay here again the next time we’re in the area.

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