2023 Eureka Springs Visitor Guide

OPEN YEAR-ROUND: Christ of the Ozarks, Holy Land Tours, Bible Museum, Church in the Grove, Berlin Wall, Virtual Holy Land Tours, trails, and gift shop.

Passion Play performances Good Friday & Saturday and continuing Memorial Day Weekend through the end of October. Ask about the guided tours of the Holy Land that happen ALL YEAR LONG by advanced reservation.

Christmas lights Thanksgiving Night thru New Year’s Day on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.

EUREKA SPRINGS Visitor

25 Bed & Breakfast

26 Historic District & In Town Cabins, Cottages, and Suites

27 Countryside & Lakeside Cabins, Cottages, and Suites 34

xtraordinary Eureka Springs, Arkansas is one of the most celebrated resort cities in America. Nestled in the Ozark Mountains and surrounded by pristine lakes and rivers, Eureka Springs is breathtakingly beautiful anytime of the year and provides the perfect setting for all your favorite outdoor activities. Combine that with rich heritage, colorful history, architecture, world class art, crafts, dining, shopping, attractions and entertainment and you have the perfect vacation destination for your family, friends, group, reunion, meeting or conference.

ABOUT THE COVER

Cover Photograph by Glen Couvillion.

A New Orleans native, Glen relocated to Eureka Springs after hurricane Katrina. An independant filmmaker and photographer, Glen captures a wonderous side of Eureka with his unique angles and style. From churches and storefronts, to fountains and flowers, Glen’s portfolio has something for everyone. You can find Glen’s work at Zarks gallery in Eureka Springs, as well as by contacting him through Facebook.

EUREKA HISTORY

Eureka Springs is one of the largest Historic Districts in Arkansas. The National Trust for Historic Preservation named it one of twelve Distinctive Destinations in America.

The city is passionate about preserving this treasure, and with good reason. The town was founded and named on July 4, 1879. Hundreds of Victorian homes have remained. Today, tiny cottages and elaborate mansions line the streets. Some are tucked into the mountains along with every other architectural style from mid-century classing (including a Frank Lloyd Wright Usonian home) to contemporary and treehouses. There are 360 streets that wind around the town which intersect only once at a right angle. Sixty eight miles of 100+ year-old handstacked limestone walls line the town. There are no traffic lights. Along the entire downtown of Eureka Springs there are 14 properties listed on the National Register of Historic places and 27 listed in Carroll County.

Eureka Springs has historically been called “The Little Switzerland of America” and “The Stairstep Town” because of its European look, mountainous terrain and the winding, up-and-down paths of its streets and walkways. The Historic Loop has an alpine character with extensive streetscape dotted with springs, grottos and trails. Eureka Springs is also known as “The City that Water Built” because of the restorative and healing properties of its springs, which were once sacred to Native American tribes and attracted thousands of health-seekers.

Eureka Springs is also home to one of only four libraries in Arkansas in which Andrew Carnigie funded. Completed in 1912, this historical landmark continues to serve the residents and visitors of Carroll County today.

By late 1880’s, the estimated population of Eureka Springs reached nearly 5,000 people and in 1881 was declared not only a “City of the First Class,” but also the second largest city in Arkansas. There are countless historical focal points in town, including the 1929 Municipal Auditorium, opened by John Phillips Souza, the Eureka Underground (a civil war hospital), famed Abolitionist Carry Nation’s Home, houses of ill repute, Bath Houses, 5 historic hotels pre-dating 1906, and of course...the unique underground tunnel system built beneath the city.

WONDER WORLD

Zip in the sky, plunge to the underground, hop on a train, take in a show or go on a haunting trip for ghosts...It’s all here to do, see and experience in Eureka Springs! Among the ultra-unique attractions are Thorncrown Chapel, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, Opera in the Ozarks, ghost tours, Underground Eureka tours, Blue Springs Heritage Center, Intrigue Theater, War Eagle Mill, Eureka Springs School of the Arts, wineries, breweries, caves, castles, and so much more!

If you’re in the mood for entertainment, check out the headliners at the Historic Auditorium, the many clubs and show venues throughout town, art exhibits and demonstrations, plays and poetry slams. Visit the Holy Land, take in the Great Passion Play and take a backstage tour. If you just want to chill, visit our juice bars and coffee houses, and take in the local flavor and musical talent that Eureka Springs is known for around the country.

The Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway will take you on a delightful dining excursion complete with entertainment, history and sights only seen from the rails.

Basin Spring Park is the heartbeat of the town. On any given day or night, you can catch some free music in the park by well-known bands and muscians, stroll through an art show, participate in drumming in the park or just meet some of our colorful locals.

Throughout the year, Eureka Springs puts on some of the best music, art, food and automobile festivals in Arkansas. Our parades range from artrageous to historical and everything in between. We have a tendency to celebrate everything with a distinctive Eureka flare, and we welcome you to be a part of our celebration!

AT TR AC TION S

PRICING KE Y

$ = $10 & Under $$ = $11-$17

$$$ = $18-$25

$$$$ = $26+

Enjoyable experiences for children! These aren’t the only attractions children will enjoy, just some of the best spots!

3B OFF ROAD / SLINGSHOT EUREKA: $$$

3 miles South of Eureka on Hwy 23

Pure adrenaline-packed off-road trails, designed with one thing in mind… to push your limits for fun!

Explore over 50 miles of 4x4 trails in your own rig or rent one of our Polaris Side by Side units. The fun doesn’t stop there, be sure to rent one of our Slingshots to cruise downtown & surrounding areas and experience the magnetic effect that only comes behind the wheel of a Slingshot. Spacious RV sites with full hook-up’s and bathhouse. For reservations and info go to: 3boffroad.com

MELONLIGHT BALLROOM & THEATER:$$$

2 Pine Street • 720-278-5672 • Melonlight.com

Enjoy unique and immersive 5 star shows featuring decadent costumes, fabulous lighting and captivating stories acted out by a stellar cast. “Melonlight shows are absolutely brilliant! Highly recommend!” Or take a private dance lesson in swing, tango, salsa, you name it! You can also book our ballroom for your wedding or special event.

CRESCENT HOTEL GHOST TOURS: $$$

75 Prospect Avenue, 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa

479-253-9766 • AmericasMostHauntedHotel.com

Tours Nightly. Tickets must be purchased in advance at ReserveEureka.com or in the hotel on the day of tour. $24.50 for Adults; $15 for Children 5-12. 4 & under free. You may have heard about Michael and Theodora... and “The Ghost in the Morgue,” but do you know about the nurse...or the “Girl in the Mist”...or the lady in the Victorian lingerie in Room 3500? Hear all these tales & more. Tour America’s Most Haunted Hotel, where some guests checked out...but never left.

DOWNTOWN-N-UNDERGROUND: $$

Basin Spring Park - 3 Spring Street

UndergroundEurekaTour.com • 877-643-4972 • 4pm eveveryday , year-round • Info@EurekaSpringsDowntown.com

• $13.50 - kids under 12 are always free. Take a brave step into Eureka Springs’ unexplained underground. Discover buildings that lie under the streets & see the city in a new way that even local residents haven’t seen! 75 minutes.

ESSA: $$$$

Eureka Springs School of the Arts

15751 US Hwy 62 W. • Essa-Art.org

479-253-5384

Since 1998 ESSA has been Northwest Arkansas’ premiere fine arts school providing an inclusive environment that fosters artistic expression. Learn basic skills to advanced techniques in a variety of different mediums including painting, drawing, woodworking, ceramics, blacksmithing, welding, jewelry making and much more. Offering 1 – 5 day classes year round as well as scholarship opportunities and community events, ESSA provides hands-on training in art and fine craft with classes online and in-person.

EUREKA SPRINGS & NORTH ARKANSAS RAILWAY: $$$

299 N Main St. • 479-253-9623 • ESNARailway.com

April-Oct. Lunch & Dinner train. Excursion train. Step back in time to an earlier age of locomotive transportation and ride the rails. Experience the history on the Excursion Train or enjoy the elegant flavor of the 1920’s aboard the Eurekan Dining Car. You dine on specially prepared cuisine as the clickety-clack takes you back. Open April-October with Dining starting in May. Check our website esnarailway.com for times and bookings.

THE FARM CAMPGROUNDS & EVENTS: $$

EUREKA SPRINGS ZIPLINE: $$$$

3 minutes from Downtown located at 2250 Hwy. 23 South Eurekaspringszipline.com • 479-363-8111

Come and experience Eureka Springs’ newest and most exciting Zipline Canopy Tour! Nine zipline cables, 1600 square foot Sky Deck, and observation trails! Zippers will soar through the air on cables ranging from 500 to 2000 feet long over vast gorges and hardwoods with the best views in the Ozarks. Wind through the forest in the air between suspended platforms.!

GREAT PASSION PLAY: $$$$

935 Passion Play Road

800-882-7529 • GreatPassionPlay.org

Shows Good Friday and continuing Memorial Day weekend through the end of October. $30 adults, $20 youth (12-16),$15 kids (4-11), under 4 are FREE.

With a cast of 150 actors & dozens of animals,“America’s #1 attended outdoor drama” brings the Bible to life on a 550 ft. long multi-leveled stage. Explore the adventurer in you on our 20 miles of mountain bike & hiking trails.

BASIN PARK PARANORMAL INVESTIGATION: $$$

12 Spring Street • 877-456-9679

BasinPark.com/GhostTour/ Tour Season is Mar-Nov; call for nights and times. Adults $18.75. Our Paranormal Investigators teach the evolution of ghost hunting while sharing tales and evidence you wont believe, the investigation continues as we guide you to spaces from heights of the Crows Nest to the depths of the Cave accessed privately by the hidden rabbett hole. Visiting the most active spaces--- One Hour. Ghost meters and Paranormal tools provided. Tickets on reserveeureka.com $18.75

HAUNTED EUREKA SPRINGS

GHOST TOURS: $$$

Join us for a night of stories and fun as we dive into the side of downtown Eureka that the others won’t tell you about. Every night, we stroll through Historic Downtown and finish up in the famous haunted underground catacombs.Our walking tour is great for everyone, young as well as old souls! Kids under 7 are free. Pets are welcome. Reserve your tickets now at HauntedEurekaSprings.com before they disappear!

EUREKA SPRINGS TRAM TOURS: $$$

137 W. Van Buren • 479-244-5116

BLUE

SPRING HERITAGE CENTER:

Hwy 62 W, Blue Spring Road

479-253-9244 • BlueSpringHeritage.com

$$

9am-6pm, March 15 - 2nd Sunday in November

Adults $13.75, Youth (6-17) $7.50, Children (0-5) free. Blue Spring flows 38 million gallons every day. Bluff Shelter on National Register. Stopover on Trail of Tears, native gardens and historic film.

CHRIST OF THE OZARKS: FREE

935 Passion Play Road • 800-882-7529

GreatPassionPlay.org/Christ-of-the-Ozarks

9am-11pm every day of the play. Off-days 9am-8pm.

Admission FREE! Built in 1966, the Christ of the Ozarks stands 67 feet with an arm span of 65 feet. It is one of the largest Christ memorial statues in the world.

COSMIC CAVERN: $$

6386 Hwy 21 N., Berryville, AR

870-749-2298 • cosmiccavern@windstream.net

Summer 9am-6pm. Spring & Fall 9am-5pm

Call for Rates and Group Discounts. Guided tours through Arkansas’ Largest Privately Owned Show Cave. Two botomless lakes & decorated beyond belief. Wild cave tour and gemstone panning. Rock/Gift Shop. Cameras encouraged.

Campground is open year round. Alll RV’s and primitive campers welcome. Water & elec. hook-ups available. Shower house, bathrooms, 18-hole disc golf course, 3 miles of hiking & biking trails, & fishing pond.

FRESH HARVEST TASTING ROOM: $$

121 E. Van Buren • 479-253-6247 • FreshHarvest.co (not com)

Take a tasting tour! Fresh Harvest Tasting Room offers a wide range of premium extra virgin, fused and infused olive oils, plus over 75 flavors of Italian balsamic vinegar and gourmet grocery items - all available for tasting! Experience the difference of artisanal, small batch! Rated by Trip Advisor as the #1 shopping experience in Eureka Springs. Eat healthy! Eat delicious! Hours vary, usually Tues-Sat 10am-5pm and Sun 11-3pm.

1 Country Club Dr., Holiday Island, AR 479-253-9511 • HolidayIsland.US • Open year-round Call for hours. Discounts available on website. 27 holes of Golf. Fun par 30 nine-hole island golf! Pro Shop onsite. And visit the Clubhouse Grill and Lounge, serving breakfast and lunch 6 days a week. Fri & Sat Dinner specials

EurekaSpringsTramTours.com • Tour s Depart at 1 & 3pm. See it all and find out everything you need to know about Eureka Springs as you ride through the charming historic district on our open-air tram. Relax, enjoy and learn on this 90 min. tour, guided by fun and entertaining local experts

ENCHANTED FAIRY DOOR PROJECT: FREE

Are Fairies Among Us? The Fairy Doors started as part of a public art projects during covid. The intent was to give folks a fun experience and to get them walking through town. It caught on like wildfire, with other artists wanting to do more and visitors adding to the existing ones. We started out with 36 doors and now have over 80! The doors are scattered all throughout businesses in Historic Downtown and on Highway 62. Keep your eyes peeled and see just how many you can find! Find a list of doors by searching “Are Fairies Among Us?” on Facebook.

KEELS CREEK WINERY: $$

3183 E Van Buren • 479-253-WINE (9463) • Find us online KeelsCreek.com & Facebook.com/KeelsCreek

Open Daily 12-5 (Mon-Sun) year round. An award-winning boutique winery specializing in locally grown/locally produced wines. In door and out door seating.

AT TR AC TION S

PRICING KE Y

$ = $10 & Under $$ = $11-$17

$$$ = $18-$25

$$$$ = $26+

Enjoyable experiences for children! These aren’t the only attractions children will enjoy, just some of the best spots!

8190 Highway 221 S. • 479-253-8954

KingsRiverOutfitters.com • Follow us on facebook & insta Family owned Ozark outfitter since 1994. Specializing in canoe and kayak rental, riverfront cabin rentals and campground, shuttles, swimming and private river access. Call to schedule your next epic river adventure.

ONYX CAVE: $$

3 miles east of Eureka Springs on Hwy 62 479-253-9321 • OnyxCaveEurekaSprings.com

Open 9am, closing varies. Adults $12.00, Children (4-12) $8.00. See the spectacular underground formations in this living cave. Enjoy an educational radio-guided tour. Easy access ramps take you to the cave entrance & our unique gift shop. Also, get suited up and smash through containers of glass and electronics in Arkansas’ first ever smash room, enjoy some gem panning, or try your hand at Axe Throwing!

OPERA IN THE OZARKS: $$

16311 Hwy. 62 West • 479-253-8595 • opera.org generaldirector@opera.org

Opera in the Ozarks presents its 72nd summer season of exhilarating opera at Inspiration Point, June 23 – July 21, 2023, featuring singers and musicians from around the world performing three fully produced operas including Donizetti’s Elixir of Love, Copland’s The Tender Land and Offenbach’s Orpheus in the Underworld, plus additional special events at locations throughout Northwest Arkansas. Visit website for tickets and performance schedule.

OZARK MOUNTAIN ZIPLINES: $$$$

15927 Hwy 187 • 479-363-6699 • ZiplineEurekaSprings.com

Reservations Suggested. The original zipline of Eureka Springs is celebrating its 10th year with a brand-new office and course! Enjoy a Costa Rican style canopy tour in the beautiful Ozarks experiencing the longest & highest cables in AR. For ages 3+. Check the website for hours of operation & tour times. Reservations are suggested. Also offering E-bike rentals & gem mining.

QUIGLEY’S CASTLE: $$

4 miles S of Eureka Springs on Hwy 23 • 479-253-8311

QuigleysCastle.com • QuigleysCastle@gmail.com

Apr - Oct , 10am-4:30pm. Closed Sun. & Thurs.

Call for times in Mar & Nov. 14 & under free w/parent Ozarks’ Strangest Dwelling. Wander Elise Quigley’s garden paths to her castle she beautifully covered with stones collected during her childhood. Two-story plants grow inside in the natural soil. Come inside to see how she found a way to sleep in tree tops full of bloom.

RAILWAY WINERY

4937 Hwy. 187 • 479-244-7798 • RailwayWinery.com

Tasting room open Wed-Sun. Noon-5pm.

Small farm winery & distillery with tasting rooms overlooking vineyard. 2 miles west of Beaver Bridge. Casual atmosphere. See news and events on Facebook. Cheers!

12968 Hwy. 62 W. • 479-253-7401 • ThornCrown.com

9am-5pm, April-Nov., 11am-4pm, March and Dec. Closed January & February. Donations accepted. A wood and glass chapel nestled in a wooded setting. 425 windows with over 6,000 square feet of glass. Chosen fourth on AIA top buildings of the 20th century.

TURPENTINE CREEK WILDLIFE

REFUGE: $$$$

7 mi. south of Eureka Springs on Highway 23 S. 239 Turpentine Creek Lane • 479-253-5841 TCWR.org • Tigers@TCWR.org

9am-4pm Winter, 8am-5pm Summer. Open everyday except Christmas. Please visit website for tour times, admission rates, and lodging information.

In the Ozark Mountains on 459 acres, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge (TCWR) is home to a variety of exotic and native animals. It is one of the nation’s most respected big cat sanctuaries. Accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, this ethical animal tourism destination provides compassionate care and lifetime refuge to survivors of the exotic animal trade. The non-profit is listed as a top-three family attraction in the state of Arkansas and one of the most popular in Eureka Springs. Learn about African lions, leopards, and servals; Bengal and Siberian tigers; native cougars, bobcats, and bears that have all found refuge at TCWR. Make it a weekend getaway and stay in one of their unique and luxurious accommodations! Follow them on social media for regular updates, photos, videos, & more!

WAR EAGLE MILL

11045 War Eagle Rd., Rogers, AR 72756. Take Hwy. 23 S., turn R on Hwy 12. • 479-789-5343 or 866-492-7324

WarEagleMill.com • Info@WarEagleMill.com • Open all year. Store: Oct. 1 - April 30th 9am - 5pm. May 1stSept.30 9am - 6pm. Cafe: Oct. 1 - April 30th 9am - 4pm. May 1st - Sept. 30th 9am - 5pm.

View our historic mill in the beautiful War Eagle Valley. Watch the only undershot mill in the country being powered by the river. Shop our General Store for a full line of organic grains , bean soups, mixes, and locally made gifts. Visit the War Eagle Mill Cafe for our famous bean soup & cornbread. And don’t forget the homemade pecan cobbler! You can also shop with us at WarEagleMill.com

21 mi. SW of Eureka Springs. Take Hwy. 23 S, turn R on Hwy 12 • 479-789-2909 • WarEagleCavern.com WarEagleCavern@gmail.com • 9:30am-5pm, Mon-Sat 11am-5pm, Sun. early Mar-Thanksgiving weekend.

Arkansas’ most popular private show cave features a spetacular natural entrance on the shores of Beaver Lake. Follow the meandering stream straight into the mountain, with wide, level pathways, unique formations, two waterfalls, and an underground lake. Over 100,000 bats call War Eagle Cavern home, and a visitor in the spring or late fall will be amazed by 100’s of hibernating bats clinging to the walls and ceilings throughout the cavern. Have fun challenging the “Lost in the Woods Maze,” pan for real gemstones at the War Eagle Mining Co., enjoy shopping in the area’s most unique gift shop, and you just have to experience the new Moonshiners Mystery Shack! 60 min. guided tours. Stroller & pet friendly.

THE WET & WILD OUTDOORS

Eureka Springs is rich with natural resources, beauty and adventure. Tucked between Beaver and Table Rock Lakes, and close to the White, King and Buffalo Rivers, outdoor recreation is plentiful and diverse. Hiking, biking, swimming, boating, fishing, zip-lining, hunting, cave exploring, waterfall spotting and bird watching are favorite past times. Enjoy a scenic lake cruise and hear the history of Beaver Dam and the Ozark Bluff Dwellers or spend some time with the lions, tigers, and bears at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. Over 1800 acres of city park and land offer and up-close-and-personal look at wildlife, rare species and the wonders of nature. Eureka Springs is consistently singled out as one of the best places in the country to take in the fall colors.

One of the hottest things going in Eureka Springs is the miles and miles of multi-use trails for mountain biking, hiking and multi-sport competition. Lake Leatherwood Trails ramble through a 1600-acre park with and 85-acre spring-fed lake and features one of the largest hand-cut limestone dams in the U.S. The biking is excellent with trails that go from easy to advance with over 400 feet of elevation gain from the lowest trail to the highest. Many rocky ledges, steep slopes, extended grades, creek crossings and varied terrain make most trails challenging for both foot and bike traffic. Leatherwood is free, open all year and is an awesome place to camp, ride, boat and hang out. It also boast’s the only ‘true’ natural feature downhill in Northwest Arkansas and the trail system hosts the annual Fat Tire Festival.

There’s plenty of the great outdoors to take in just by staying in town. The in-town trail system will take you by many of our 65+ natural springs and pocket parks, the Harmon Park Rain Garden, The Native Plant Garden, and many of the historic sites and amazing architecture.

For an adrenaline rush, zip-line through the mountains or ski, scuba and stand up paddle board on beautiful Beaver Lake. For a more laid back experience, the White, King and Buffalo Rivers are ideal for floating, fishing or just taking in the natural beauty of the Ozarks.

A TASTE OF EUREKA

It’s very rare to visit a city with over 100 restaurants and only 3 of them are chain eateries! Well – welcome to the food scene in Eureka Springs. Our entire downtown is on the National Registry of Historic Places, so no chains – food, shops or otherwise – are allowed. The cuisine and spirits are as diverse as the town itself. Most of the restaurants are chef-owned and operated with the menus dripping with secret family recipes and ingredients.

No matter your taste or diet, you won’t go hungry or thirsty in Eureka Springs. Mexican, Thai, Italian, fusion, farm-to-table, barbeque, burgers, steak, fish, Chinese, southern comfort and low-south tastes can all be satisfied with options spanning down-home southern comfort food to award-winning bistros and 5-star, high continental cuisine. You’ll also want to visit our two wineries, brew-pubs and coffee houses. There’s no place like Eureka Springs for extraordinary dining experiences.

A true food lover’s paradise, Eureka Springs even holds entire events each year dedicated to food! Events like the Chocolate Lover’s Festival, and many more, are happening throughout town all year long! Plus, there are lots of food trucks located all throughout the city, boasting fun and unique cuisine like the Arkie sandwich, mustard fried chicken, gumbo, boudin balls, the Behemoth Burger, space balls and so much more!

Prime rib at dinner. Chicken salad with fresh fruit at lunch. Other choices also. Delicious food served in a lovely railroad dining car as you ride the rails.

Frozen soft serve ice cream. 9 flavors. Burgers, pizza, dogs & sausage, chicken, soup, salad, vegetarian & vegan options. Cold drinks and coffee drinks.

Gaskins Cabin Steakhouse

2883 Hwy. 23 North GaskinsCabin.com Find us on Facebook!

Please call or look online for hours.

Gaskins Cabin Steakhouse is built around a 2-room log cabin built in 1864. Oven roasted prime rib highlights the menu, with hand-cut, char-grilled steaks being classic favorites.

From the beauty of our cave, the smell of our wood fired grill, the taste of our unique flavor combinations, the vibe of our custom music, to the “feel” of our wonderland atmosphere, a visit to the Grotto is a full-on sensory experience.

Eureka

DINING DIRECTORY

All numbers area code (479) unless otherwise noted.

244-7170

Rockin’ Pig 363-6248

Rogue’s Manor 253-4911

Route 62 General Store......................239-2095

Rowdy Beaver Den ......363-6444

Rowdy Beaver Restaurant & Tavern 253-8544

Sauced BBQ.........................................239-2044

SkyBar Gourmet Pizza ........................ 253-9766

Soup Shack 244-6714

Sparky’s Roadhouse Cafe 253-6001

Subway Sandwiches.............................253-5112

Sunfest Market....................................253-5028

Sweet’s Fudge Kitchen 253-5810

Tabouli and Thyme...............................278-1901

Tad’s One Stop.....................................253-7560

Thai House ....363-6632

The Spring on Main..............................265-7070

Three Bird Cafe....................................265-7020

Two Dumb Dames ................................253-7268

PARKS & TRAILS

Eureka Springs is for outdoor lovers. Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Eureka Springs is the perfect base camp for all types of outdoor activities. Flanked by the White and Kings River, (that both run north,) scenic float trips, swimming and world class fishing are all nearby. Within a 20 minute drive are two crystal clear highland reservoirs; Beaver Lake and Table Rock Lake. Both are known as excellent fisheries and offer many amenities.

Eureka Spring’s Lake Leatherwood City Park offers an 80 acre, spring fed lake in the middle of 1600 acres of rugged Ozark beauty. Originally built by the CCC, recent renovations have helped to bring the luster back to this gem. The park has boat rentals, excellent fishing, swimming, a large playground, camping, cabins, and nearly 25 miles of trails. Much of the trail system has hand cut single track that has been challenging and exhilarating hikers and mountain bikers for over 20 years.

Eureka Springs is an excellent place to stay for mountain bike enthusiasts, with over 200 miles of world class trails and bike parks within an hour’s drive. Part of the Oz Trails system that promotes “Year-Round Ozark Singletrack,” Lake Leatherwood is one of the original mountain bike trail systems in the state, second only to Devils Den State Park. The Fat Tire Festival and Race has been held at Leatherwood since 1998.

Eureka Springs is proud to be the home of some of the best mountain biking in Mid-America. From beginners looking for a scenic ride through one of the most beautiful parts of the country, to seasoned bikers looking for professionally developed routes, Eureka Springs and the Oz Trails system of Northwest Arkansas offer a huge variety of trails for mountain bikers of any experience level. There’s a trail for everyone in Eureka Springs!

SHOP EUREKA

It’s not unusual for people to notice an outfit, piece of jewelry, pair of shoes, pottery or artwork and ask, “Where did you get that?” And the answer is usually “in Eureka Springs,” where shopping is not only an art...it’s also a pleasure! One could spend countless hours, if not days, strolling around perusing the seemingly countless unique independantly owned shops and boutiques.

The focal point for shopping is the picturesque downtown district. All of Eureka Springs has been designated as a community of national significance on the National Register of Historic Places. The shops in Eureka Springs come in every description. Clothing, brass, glass, fine art galleries, fold art, dolls, miniatures, woodcrafts, customer leather good, jewelry, souvenirs and much, much more.

Spring Street is lined with specialty boutiques, jewelers, unique clothing, candy makers, outfitting shops, handmade “slow fashion” studios and galleries galore. Throughout all the town and on the both Highways 62 and 23, you’ll find quilting shops, specialty cooking shops offering cookware

GALLERIES & SHOPS

and gadgets, oils, spices, teas and delectable delights of all flavors for that special taste of Eureka. You can shop health stores, pet shops, fragranceand essential oils boutiques, candle makers – we even have a magic shop and a very intriguing hat boutique. With over 150 specialty stores, you’ll no doubt want to take a bit of Eureka Springs home with you.

Open 7 days a week year-round! Call or visit Facebook for hours

Come see our famous Working Bunnies; these live rabbits will work with your purchase. A must see to believe! We offer American & Asian inspired clothing & gifts, handbags, The Mountain shirts, tie dyes & biker clothing, Bico jewelry & more!

Famous for our live working bunnies - a must see! American & International gifts & clothing, Bico Australia, The Mountain shirts, Sun wall decor, chimes, copperware, stainless steel & sterling silver jewelry, tie dye clothing, lots of dragons, fairies, mermaids & more!

ECHO Thrift Store and ECHO Home & More financially support our FREE clinic. The 2 coolest thrift stores in town with a Free WiFi cafe with charging outlets, $1.00 cup of coffee, snacks, books, clothes, collectibles, dishes, kitchenware, furniture, toys, tools, lamps, wall art. With new inventory every day, “If you haven’t been to ECHO Lately, you haven’t been to ECHO!”

We sell fine men’s and women’s clothing, shoes and accessories in beautiful, downtown Eureka Springs. We are a family owned and operated business. We strive to bring men and women quality clothing at affordable prices!

Authorized Harley-Davidson T-Shirts, Souvenirs, Apparel, Riding Gear, Footwear, Luggage, Parts & Accessories Fresh

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Tues-Sat (10am-5pm), Sunday (11am-3pm). Open until 6pm Fri/Sat June thru December

Take a free tasting tour! Fresh Harvest Tasting Room offers a wide range of premium extra virgin, fused and infused olive oils, plus over 75 flavors of Italian balsamic vinegars and gourmet grocery items - all available for tasting! Experience the difference of artisanal, small batch! Rated by Trip Advisor as the #1 shopping experience in Eureka Springs. Eat healthy! Eat delicious! Hours vary, usually Tues-Sat 10am-5pm and Sun 11-3pm.

Explore the best selection of funny pajamas, onesies, boxers, Sleepwear & more! We’ll make sure you find exactly what you’re looking for. Shop with us today! Premium Customer Service. Guaranteed Satisfaction. Hilarious Designs.

A Eureka Springs tradition for over 40 years. Vast array of inventory including jewelry, home and garden decor and colored glass. Take a trip up the observation tower for a panoramic view of the Ozark Mountains.

Over a dozen different vendors in an old time sale barn. Our booths contain at least half antiques, half vintage and newer home decor. We’ve got something for everyone and it’s everyone’s favorite place to shop!

EUREKA ANTIQUES

Eureka Springs is a town which prides itself for its vast and incredibly fascinating history. With century-old buildings, and the entire city being on the National Register of Historic Places, Eureka Springs is every antiquers dream place to search for unique hidden gems. The Eureka Springs Antique Dealers’ Association has over a dozen members consisting of uniquely different and diverse antique dealers; many are quaint general line antique shops, some specializing in certain areas such as Mid-Century, Garden Related, RePurposed Furnishings, Original art, Mantiques, etc.

Throughout town you will find a plethora of antique shops with friendly, honest, knowledgeable staff, and shops filled with unique and unusual older items that are both useful and aesthetically pleasing, call someone’s name, bring back a memory, or fill a gap in a collection. Eager antiquers flock from all over the country to visit our renowned shops. Information on shop locations, antique event schedules, and maps of our antique shops can be found at the Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce Visitor Information Center.

When it comes to discovering hidden treasures and gems, you’ll strike pure gold in Eureka Springs! Whether you are a toy collector, antique enthusiast, amateur antiquer, or even if you’re just dipping your toe in the antique water for the first time, there is something for everyone in the Eureka Springs antique scene. You are guaranteed to see the rich, abundant history reflected in our many eccentric and eclectic shops located along scenic Highway 62 and our beautiful Historic Downtown District.

Visitors from all over the country visit every year to take in some picturesque mountain views and experience the best of antique shopping. For the best antiquing experience in Eureka Springs, visit the members of the Greater Eureka Springs Antique Dealers’ Association, a diverse association of Antique Dealers with shops located in and around Eureka Springs, including Blue Jar Antique Market, Dust & Rust Vintage/Antique Shop, Eureka West Antiques, Mitchell’s Folly Antiques & Fine Art, Old Sale Barn Antique Shoppes, Romi’s Vintage on Van Buren, and Wonderland Antiques.

Eureka Springs was founded by “health seekers”. Legend has it that Native Americans of the Osage discovered therapeutic relaxation and spiritual connectivity here from the ‘healing waters’ of our natural springs, the pure mountain air and locally grown and harvested foods. Word travelled fast that Eureka was the “Road to Health”. People from all over flocked to the town creating one of America’s most popular resort destinations - the first of its kind in the Midwest and Midsouth.

Rest, relax and rejuvenate by scheduling a spa treatment by one of our many professional health practitioners that combine new technology and techniques with traditional massage. Let off some steam by taking a steam or sauna. Go a bit deeper with aromatherapy, acupressure, acupuncture, facials, primordial sound medication, reflexology or just good ole exercise.

As a natural health conscious community, we are proud of our local Famers Market, natural food stores and herbal apothecaries and pharmacies.

And remember, this is not only good for you, it feels good too! A spa visit is a great way to release stress and it’s a wonderful way for couples to reconnect by enjoying a couple’s massage.

LODGING FOR EVERY TASTE & BUDGET

Waking up in the morning is part of the extraordinary escape, fun and adventure waiting for you in Eureka Springs. We’re known for our variety of high quality and unique lodging accommodations. You can wake up in the lap of luxury at one of our fine hotels and luxury properties; or for traditional traveler, we have several national chain and locally owned hotels and motels. If you prefer a more secluded get-away, you can wake up in a tree house or hobbit cave overlooking water, mountains, and spotting wildlife. For something even more wild, you can even wake up in the middle of a wildlife refuge and say good morning to a Bengal tiger!

Lodging options for long-term and short-term stays are plentiful and will fit any budget. The Historic Downtown District is dotted with bed and breakfasts, rustic cabins, and cozy Victorian cottages. Full hook-up RV parks and campgrounds are available in town and along the lakes and rivers. Whether you are visiting for a family vacation, reunion, group outing, business meeting, conference, or convention, you’ll be taken care of by our professional, courteous, quality innkeepers and hosts.

Eureka Springs is a magical destination for a special occasion like a wedding, anniversary, or romantic getaway. Whatever you have in mind for your ceremony or celebration, we can make it happen in the most charming and memorable way. The most fun is selecting the venue, setting, food and location…indoors, outdoors, highstyle, casual or artsy and funky…it’s all in Eureka Springs.

BED & BREAKFASTS

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HISTORIC DISTRICT & IN TOWN

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HOTELS & MOTELS

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& RV PARKS

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LODGING & CAMPING DIRECTORY

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Africa in the Ozarks (TCWR)......253-5841 ext1

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EUREKA WEDDINGS

THE PERFECT WEDDING

Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, amidst sparkling lakes and rivers with spectacular sunsets and its own captivating charm, Eureka Springs is a perfect destination for your wedding, reception and honeymoon.

If you are looking for a charming, intimate, unique and special locale for your special day, this one-of-a-kind historic town offers just that! There are plenty of locations available for the non-conformists, too, like getting married with the tigers at Turpentine Creek!

WEDDING CAPITAL OF THE SOUTH

As “The Wedding Capital of the South,” Eureka Springs hosts over 4000 weddings a year and boasts an amazing variety of wedding venues from historic hotels to charming gardens and small salon settings.

SOMETHING FOR EVERY GUEST

There are outstanding restaurants, art galleries galore, and endless shops with unique temptations. Live entertainment, popular night clubs, and attractions provide a wonderful diversion for you, your family, and wedding guests. For those who enjoy the outdoors, there is fishing, boating, and rafting on the pristine rivers and lakes.

KEEP COMING BACK

Eureka Springs is a welcoming and delightful destination for couples uniting their lives and families as one. It is a place you will want to return to again and again; for every anniversary, celebration, and family event.

IT’S WONDERFULLY EASY

Getting a marriage license is quick. No waiting period, no blood tests, no documents. Just $60, your driver’s license and Social Security card.

As a community focused on weddings, Eureka Springs offers plenty of choices for your ceremony and reception, from intimate settings for just bride and groom to impressive 400-guest weddings & receptions. Many Eureka Springs venues include wedding planning as part of their packages, and there are numerous officiants who can perform your ceremony on a whim!

UNIQUE LOCATIONS

There is an incredible choice of venues for weddings, receptions, and lodging… all sizes, all price ranges, all styles and tastes. Many venues also provide wedding packages; just come with your clothes and leave the planning to them!

OUT-STANDING SERVICE

Every imaginable service industry is here to support your day, including photographers, florist, bakeries, catering, music and salons.

STAY FOR THE FUN!

Eureka Springs is not only a great wedding and reception locale, it is also a perfect place for a honeymoon. Its lodging, charming restaurants, entertainment, and outdoor activities make Eureka Springs a wonderful vacation destination.

Eureka Springs offers the perfect place for your wedding and/or reception – whatever your budget!

WEDDING OFFICIANTS

Elise Hageman

2 Wheels on the Pig Trail 2250 Hwy 23 S. 479-244-6062

2wheelsonthepigtrail.com

Margo Elliott

Ordained Interfaith Minister Ceremonies of all Faiths 816-273-3668

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Mike Nichols

Ozark Mountain Hoe-Down 479-979-5202

ozarkmtnhd@gmail.com theozarkmountainhoedown.com

William E. Ott II

Non-Denominational Ceremonies 22 Pine St. 479-981-9313 or 479-363-9313

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eurekaspringsweddingminister.com

Eureka Sunset Cabins 10 Dogwood Ridge 479-253-9565

EurekaSunset@gmail.com

Officiant on premises by appt. only

Glen Couvillion 62 Pivot Rock Rd. 479-981-0430

gumbomu@yahoo.com

Greater Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce

P.O. Box 551

Eureka Springs, AR 72632