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Oaklawn Race Track

2705 Central Avenue, Hot Springs National Park, AR 71902
800-OAKLAWN
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Lawyer Ron winning the 2006 Arkansas Derby
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Ranked #5 of 14 attractions in Hot Springs National Park
4.5 of 5 stars 46 Reviews
Type: Horse Tracks
Activities: Gambling
Description: An unusual feature to see in a National Park is this world-class horseracing track.
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Hot Springs, AR
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Wish this place would just dry up”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Went there once several years ago. This place is bad for Hot Springs. Every year we have to deal with several months of horrible traffic problems clogging our main road. Sometimes it can be backed up for miles. Instead of coming out to help with traffic, our police force is sent out to make sure everyone can get in and... More

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7 reviews 7 reviews
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Oaklawn Race Track”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 29, 2012

A beautiful facility -- well maintained Friendly people Grandstand seats were only $2.50 More

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Hot Springs, Arkansas
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
“Horse Racing At Its Best”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 28, 2012

The facilities are excellet, and the racing is "A" Group, like Saratoga or Keenland. More

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Conway, Arkansas, United States
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37 reviews 37 reviews
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“Oaklawn”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2012

Not a gambler or a racing fan, but it was fun for a one-time experience More

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Conway, Arkansas
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38 reviews 38 reviews
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“FUN day at the races”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

Best people watching in Arkansas! Betting on horses is a hoot! Lots of great local restaurants. Fun day every time we go to the races! More

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Puddleduckie
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28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Corned beef to kill for”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

The horses were fun, but the people watching was even better. If you haven't had one of Oaklawn's famous corned beef sandwiches, you have not lived! Terrific day of fun More

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Springfield, MO
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
“Arkansas Derby”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

This was our sixth year to travel down to Hot Springs for the Arkansas Derby. We are horseracing fans for the sport as well as the gambling. :) The facility is a little older and could use some updating but all in all, its a great day at the races. We went to the Kentucky Derby 2 years ago at... More

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Hot Springs Village, Arkansas
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11 reviews 11 reviews
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“Love the track!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 17, 2012

Small town atmosphere and fun!! If you like horse racing you'll like this track - it's historic and a great place to visit...oh, and then there's the slot machines....smile More

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Stotts City, Missouri, United States
2 reviews
“Arkansas Derby”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2012

Always like to go to the races. Freindly people. Well ran. Professional in all aspects. Didnt win alot, but had a great time. More

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Little Rock
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17 reviews 17 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Good fun”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 14, 2012

I really enjoy Oaklawn. Everytime we go we always have a great time. The facility could use some updating but overall its a great place to watch the ponies race. More

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