What To Do: Outdoor Activities

In Eureka Springs West


Horseback ride along a wooded mountain trail, go camping, explore a cave, use our fishing guides, practice your archery or try more extreme sports and discover how Eureka Springs West puts the “great” in the great outdoors.




Butler's C&J Sports

1 mile south of Beaver Dam. Scuba classes, equipment and rental, air fills, Dive trips. Archery equipment , outdoor 30-target 3-D range. Paintball and Fishing supplies. Convenience items and cold beer. New motel, heated pool, RV park, shaded tent sites and shower house.Private suites sleep 6, one with kitchen.

Call (479) 253-9799
Open all Year.
Email address or www.candjsports.com




Blue Springs Heritage Center

1537 CR 210 (10 minutes west of Eureka Springs on Hwy 62). Handicap accessible walkways. Blue Spring flows 38 million gallons daily into a trout-stocked lagoon. Bluff Shelter on the National Register, stopover on the Cherokee Trail of Tears. Historic film and native gardens.

Open March 15-Thanksgiving, 9-6 daily
Call (479)253-9244
Email or www.bluespringheritage.com




Bear Mountain Cabins & Riding Stables

15290 Hwy 62 W. Spacious, private log cabins in 30 acres of woods with abundant wildlife, lovely views and hiking trails. Weddings; riding stable; western gift shop; Dude Ranch and hayrides, BBQ's, cowboy poetry, “Dude Weekends”. Large “Social Room” for weddings, meetings, showers, receptions, and birthdays.

Call (479) 253-6185 or (800) 805-8005

Email address or www.bearmountainlogcabins.com




Beaver Dam Store at Spider Creek

8421 Hwy 187. Fishing headquarters for NW Arkansas, the only full-service fly, bait and tackle shop on the Beaver Tail waters. The best source of information on local waters. Fully-furnished fishing guide services, including fly fishing and instruction; wade and drift boat trips; groceries, gas, beer, camping supplies; Hobie Outback kayak dealer; Sage, Ross, Simms, and Temple Fork.

Call (479) 253-6154
Open all year, sunup to sundown

Email address or www.beaverdamstore.com




Belle of the Ozarks in Starkey Park

1.25 hour Cruises May thru October at 11, 1, and 3 p.m. daily except Thursday. Located in Starkey Park. A relaxing “must do” activity! Cruise beautiful Beaver Lake on a tour perfect for a romantic getaway, families, seniors, groups, birdwatchers and nature lovers. Sightsee over a dozen points of interest, including Beaver Dam, with an excellent historical narration. Relax on a 1.25 hour cruise departing daily, snacks available.

Call (479) 253-6200 or (800) 552-3803

Email address or www.belleoftheozarks.com




Hidden Valley Guest Ranch & Stables

777 Hidden Valley Ranch Road. A great place to relax, refresh and renew! Marriage retreats, weddings (minister on site), receptions, rehearsal dinners and parties in a unique ranch atmosphere. Carriage/horseback rides, beautiful canyon w/abundant wildlife. Hiking, evening campfires, luxury log cabins, large Jacuzzis, wood burning stoves, stained glass windows, surround-sound, covered veranda, porch swing, full-size kitchen.

Open all year
Call (479)-253-9777 or 877-253-9777
Email or www.hiddenvalleyguestranch.com




Inspiration Point Overlook

Always open to the sky, fresh air, sun, stars, and you! 5 mi. west of ES on Hwy 62, this favorite view sits 550' above the White River and next to antique shops. The only place where you can stop to enjoy the Ozarks horizon, morning mists rising from the river, and glorious evening sunsets.

Always open
Call (479)253-5074
Email or Website



Starkey Marina and Boat Rental

4022 Mundell Road. Located on beautiful Beaver Lake with 480 miles of shore line. Snack bar, ice, Waverunners, boat and slip rental, live bait, guide service information, gasoline, and everything you need for a grand time on an Ozark Mountain Lake!

Call (479) 253- 8194

Email address or www.starkeymarina.com




War Eagle Cavern on Beaver Lake

Less than 25 min. away: take 23 s. of ES and follow the signs. Open daily 9:30-5 (Sun. 12-5), mid-March-Oct, weekends in Nov. Walk straight into a mountain (no stairs), spectacular natural entrance on shore of Beaver Lake. Domes, streams, waterfalls, vast array of formations. Amazing stories of Indians and outlaws, meet a BAT up close. Gemstone panning, “Lost in the Woods” Maze, Café on site, unique Gift shop.

Open daily 9:30-5 (Sundays 12-5), mid-Mar. to Nov.
Call (479)789-2909
Email or www.wareaglecavern.com


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In Eureka Springs West

Arts & History

Arts & History

See a working pottery studio, walk on the Trail of Tears, view influential architecture, see an outdoor opera, find great antigues, and discover the fine art of vacationing.
Lake & River Activities

Beaver Lake

A must see destination high in the Ozark Mountains with almost 500 miles of shoreline & rising limestone bluffs. A wide variety of activities, including lake excursions, a marina & fishing.
Eureka Sprngs West White River

White River

Flowing northward and providing a great canoe trip, the water is fast, cold, clear and internationally known for producing world-record trout.
Eureka Springs West Outdoor Activities

Outdoor Activities

Horseback ride along a mountain trail, explore a cave, practice your archery or try more extreme sports and discover how Eureka Springs West puts the “great” in the great outdoors.
Shopping in Eureka Springs West

Shopping

Visit local artisans. Go antiquing. Choose a memorable souvenir. Find supplies and outfitters for your outdoor fun. Treasures abound when you shop Eureka Springs West.
Nature Resorts

Sports Supplies & Outfitting

Find all you need for a day of fun outdoors in Eureka Springs West. Supplies for fishing, canoeing, boating, horseback riding, archery, and even paintball.
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