What should I bring to a hot spring?
What should I bring to a hot spring?
- General. Toiletries* Flashlight* ...
- Poolside. Swimsuit (optional) ...
- Camping. No fires or camp stoves allowed. ...
- Hiking. Comfortable, sturdy shoes. ...
- Food. Cooler. ...
- Internet Access. High Speed Internet access is located in the Lodge & Globe Hotel, and there is free high-speed wifi so bring your laptop.
How long should I spend at hot springs?
How much time do you need in Hot Springs National Park? If you want to just see the highlights, including Bathhouse Row, touching the hot spring, and going for a short hike, you could definitely get away with just 1 day in Hot Springs National Park.
What not to do in a hot spring?
Leave No Trace at the Hot Springs Treat it the same way you would while you were hiking or camping outdoors so it can stay clean, beautiful, and continue to be preserved for others to enjoy. What is this? Also, do not bathe or use soap in the hot springs.
Do you wear clothes at hot springs?
While clothing may be optional at your desired hot spring, it's always smart to have one on hand! You never know who could be there when you arrive, and it might feel weird or uncomfortable to be nude if you see a family with small children soaking in the pool you want to use.
Can you drink the water at hot springs?
Drinking the hot springs water is perfectly normal, even encouraged. Go ahead, quaff the elixir, as they used to say in the heyday of the spa. Thousands of visitors highly endorse the good quality of the hot springs water and fill bottles to take home. Below are the fountain locations for your enjoyment.
What do you take to the hot springs?
- A microfiber towel. ...
- A z-mat or some other waterproof surface to lay your belongings while soaking.
- A trash bag for your trash along with others' trash you find along the way.
How long can you sit in hot springs?
We recommend getting out of the water for 5 minutes every 15 minutes or so. This largely depends on the temperature of the pool you're in. You might need to get out more often in a hotter pool and less in a mild pool. Listen to your body.
Should you eat before or after hot springs?
It's best not to eat before bathing in the onsen, but you need to drink a lot of water before and after your onsen bath. Keep your bath to a minimum. Staying too long may cause dehydration. While an onsen is relaxing and beneficial to your health, it's generally not a good idea to enter more than three times a day.