Eureka Springs: local rooms, events and more

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Eureka Springs

“Little Switzerland of the Ozarks”, “City of Waterfalls”, “Staircase Town”

Where the Ozarks cradle a Victorian dream

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Welcome to Carroll County, where the Ozarks meet the springs. Whether you're here for the art, the outdoors, or just to slow down, you'll find a friendly community that loves its history and nature. Come say hi at the local coffee shop or on the trails.

Clubs for Eureka Springs

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The room

Eureka Springs Quiet now Where the Ozarks cradle a Victorian dream

One room for everyone around Eureka Springs. It never closes; when it's busy it splits into tables. Once you're in, you stay until you leave.

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Marketplace

Things for sale, free and wanted, and rooms for rent, from people around Eureka Springs. Sign in to sell something.

Things to do

Thorncrown Chapel Glass chapel in the woods, designed by E. Fay Jones
Basin Spring Park Historic park with the original spring in downtown Eureka Springs
Crescent Hotel Iconic 1886 hotel, known as 'America's Most Haunted Hotel'
Christ of the Ozarks 65-foot-tall statue of Jesus on Magnetic Mountain
The Great Passion Play Outdoor amphitheater staging a dramatic life of Christ
Eureka Springs Historic District Victorian-era buildings, listed on the National Register

Outdoors Hike the trails at Lake Leatherwood City Park
Outdoors Float or fish the Kings River
With kids Visit Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
With kids Ride the Eureka Springs trolley
Evenings Catch live music on Spring Street
Evenings Take a ghost tour of the Crescent Hotel
Locals love Spring-fed swimming holes
Locals love Antique and vintage shops

Through the year

Eureka Springs Blues Weekend May A premier blues festival in the historic downtown
Carroll County Fair August County fair with livestock, rides, and local food
Eureka Springs Antique Auto Show September Classic car show through the Victorian streets
Ozark Mountain Music Festival November Acoustic and roots music festival in the Ozarks
The Great Passion Play May-October Outdoor drama of the life of Christ, performed in an amphitheater

Carroll County has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. The best times to be out are spring and fall, when temperatures are mild and the Ozarks are green or golden. Best: Spring and fall are ideal for outdoor activities, with mild temperatures and lower humidity.

Talk like a local

“The Springs”: Locals' shorthand for Eureka Springs
“The Lake”: Refers to nearby Beaver Lake or Table Rock Lake

Getaways

Table Rock Lake Boating, fishing, and lakeside resorts
Branson Live shows, theme parks, and shopping
Harrison Historic town with local shops and eateries
Northwest Arkansas Urban amenities, museums, and the Razorbacks

Local flavour

Rooting for Arkansas Razorbacks (NCAA)

Eat and drink

Possum pie A local dessert with chocolate, cream cheese, and pecans
Fried apple pies Common in Ozark country stores and diners
Ozark mountain trout Fresh from the spring-fed streams and lakes
Arkansas-style barbecue Pulled pork with a vinegar-pepper sauce, a statewide staple
Sweet tea Served at every meal in the South

Where people go

Historic Victorian downtowns Preserved 19th-century streetscapes in Eureka Springs and Berryville
Natural springs and spas The healing waters that made Eureka Springs a resort town
Art galleries and studios A thriving arts scene in the historic district
Ozark mountain trails Hiking and scenic drives through the rugged hills
Lakes and reservoirs Table Rock Lake and Beaver Lake for fishing, boating, and swimming
Heritage theaters The Great Passion Play and other performance venues

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Nearby

Every area

Table Rock LakeMissouriLake days, Ozark nights HarrisonArkansasWhere the hills meet the river, and everyone knows your name.BransonMissouriWhere the Ozarks meet the stage.Northwest ArkansasArkansasWhere the Ozarks meet a vibrant, growing community.MonettMissouriWhere the Ozarks feel like home.CassvilleMissouriWhere the hills meet the lake and the trout are always biting.SpringfieldMissouriWhere the Ozarks meet the open road.Mountain HomeArkansasWhere the hills sing and the lakes shimmer.

Carroll County, AR. Areas from the US Census Bureau and Statistics Canada; places from GeoNames. Local flavour was written with a model and may have mistakes. Team names identify teams; no endorsement.