Things to Do in Eureka Springs

There are so many things to do in Eureka Springs that you may have to come back and visit Beaver Lake Cottages again. The area boasts a beautiful wilderness setting on Beaver Lake that’s perfect for outdoor recreation like hiking, water sports and more. The following things to do in Eureka Springs are those that we think are most likely to bring you the most memories and acquaint you with the real essence of Eureka Springs. It would take over a week to see and do everything in the area. Below are a few things to do in Eureka Springs to get you started on planning your getaway.

On-site Lake

Stand-up Paddle Boards

• It’s easier than you might think!
• Explore the nooks & crannies of Beaver Lake on complimentary his & hers Stand-up Paddle Boards.  It’s easy.  Just watch a 5-minute youtube video and you’ll have the basics down pat.

Swimming

• Cool-off in Beaver Lake
• Beaver Lake, fed by the White River, is among the cleanest water in the state.

Pontoon Boat

Rented May through October

• The easiest way to sight see
• Pontoon boats are the most versatile boat hands down…steady under your feet with plenty of room to maneuver around.  Boat over to the marina for pizza and a cold beverage.  Explore islands on the return trip and feed the birds that nest there. Must be 25 years of age, and Arkansas requires a boater safety course if born after 1986.

Be sure to take a safety course through Boat Ed before renting Pontoon Boats.

On-site Land

• Northwest Arkansas is quickly becoming a top mountain biking destination in the country.
• Traverse the trails of Beaver Lake Cottage’s 10+ acres or drive 15 minutes to Lake Leatherwood which boasts over 25 miles of professionally built multi-use trails that will thrill even the most advanced riders.

Geo-caching

• It’s like hiking with a purpose!
• Scour Beaver Lake Cottage’s 10+ acres to find the BLC Cache…and perhaps a little something extra -or- take a short drive to Holiday Island to scout and search for a hidden treasure cache in an abandoned railroad tunnel (very cool)!

The Local Area

Guide Fishing

• When you’re serious about catching fish!
• Our guide connections are some of the best in the business.
• There is never a guarantee, but our guides rarely come back empty- handed.
• Usually around $400 for a half day.

Scuba Diving

• Beaver Lake’s clear water is a draw for divers
• If you are a diver, there is no better lake in the area.
• Explore the submerged town of Monte Ne that succumbed to the lake created by the Beaver Dam.
• You’ll find the area dive shop just 10 minutes up the road from your cottage/suite.

Rafting

King’s River Excursion

• This is a great float even for the novice paddler…4 miles and 2 ½ hours.
• The scenery is breath-taking with limestone bluffs rising two to three hundred feet above the river giving the water it’s gorgeous emerald green color.
• And, there are huge trout in this deep cold waterway.

• When mountain biking and kayaking are not exciting enough, try the zip-lines in Eureka Springs.
• Soar through the air from up to 300+ feet high with cable lengths from up to 2000 feet long over vast gorgeous, beautiful Ozark hardwood trees and limestone cliffs.

Horseback Riding

• Saddle-up!
• Rides are led by experienced guides who tell great stories and tall tales.

Shopping

• Historic Downtown Eureka Springs is fun!
• Eureka Springs is consistently rated one of the top ten small towns in America and is on the National Historic Registry.
• The shops in Eureka Springs come in every description. Clothing, brass, glass, fine art galleries, folk art, dolls, miniatures, woodcraft, customer leather good, jewelry, souvenirs and much more.

Great Passion Play

May through October

• America’s #1 Attended Outdoor Drama
• Since 1968, the Play has been seen by over 7.7 Million people from all over the world.
• The Play is performed beneath the night sky by a cast of around 150 actors and many live animals as well.

Tours

• Underground Eureka is our favorite!
• Eureka Springs comes alive on the Downtown-N-Underground Walking Tour.  This backstage pass of sorts, allows you to peek into the town’s past and it’s secrets as historical characters come to life.
• This relatively inexpensive, 75-minute tour is a great way to walk off lunch from one of the many fabulous downtown restaurants.

Shows

Intrigue Theatre

• Our favorite
• Created by Illusionists, Sean-Paul, and Juliane is a charming and nostalgic performance that brings visitors back to an age of mystery.
• Inspired by the Victorian and haunted landscape of Eureka Springs, it is a Vaudeville Era show that is unmatched anywhere in the country.

Museum