Adventure Runs Right Through Here
Hot Springs might be a small town, but it packs a big punch for outdoor lovers and history buffs alike. Whether you’re soaking in the natural mineral springs, rafting the French Broad, or hiking straight through town on the iconic Appalachian Trail, there’s always something to discover around here.
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Departments & Services
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Our History
Discover the stories that shaped Hot Springs—from ancient mineral springs to railroads, resorts, rafting, and the Appalachian Trail.
Planning & Zoning
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Meeting Minutes
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Applications, Documents, & Maps
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LATEST NEWS
Hot Springs Ready: How Landslides Happen and the Warning Signs to Know
September 16, 2026
The slopes most likely to fail are often the ones somebody built. What a cut bank or a fill pad does to your risk, the warning signs to learn, and the insurance gap nobody expects.
Hot Springs Ready: What to Do When a Flash Flood Warning Is Issued
September 15, 2026
Twelve inches of rushing water carries off a car. Six inches on foot knocks an adult over. What to know before a flash flood warning arrives, so you’re not reading while the water rises.
Hot Springs Ready: Flood Risk and River Gauges on the French Broad
September 14, 2026
The French Broad has shaped this town for longer than recorded history. Here’s how to read the real-time river gauge, and why past floods don’t predict the next one.
Hot Springs Ready: Building a Pet Emergency Kit, Plus a Plan for Livestock
September 13, 2026
From a cat carrier to a fencing repair kit, animals need their own emergency plan. Here’s what belongs in a kit for pets, and a different plan for livestock.
Hot Springs Ready: Building an Emergency Medication Kit
September 12, 2026
A road closure or power outage can turn a routine prescription into a crisis. Here’s how to build a medication kit and the North Carolina rule that can help in a pinch.
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