Springtime in the Ozark Mountains is a magical time! Time to get OUT(side) and enjoy!
With so much to do and see, we asked one of our favorite locals why she decided to make their favorite vacation get-a-way their permanent home. Here is what she told us:
Lunch in town and shopping for the girls. Oscars is always a big hit. A couple of hours on Spring Street. I have my favorite little shops and they have become a hit with most of my visiting girlfriends. Though, it depends on their personal interests, as well. If the guys come in with us, they will shop for a bit (usually not very long), then go down to Chelsea’s for a beer.- Crystal Clear Lakes
Table Rock Lake runs from Branson to Kimberling City all the way down to Holiday Island and Eureka Springs.
Rent a boat or bring yours; go fishing, skiing, paddleboarding, or just soak in the beautiful lake scenery with a cold beverage in hand and good friends by your side.
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(Photos courtesy Jodie English Brown, Brian Watson)
- Scenic Winding Rivers
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“No trip to The Ozarks Southern Region is complete without a float down the Buffalo National River!”
This National Park Region is just a one hour drive from Eureka Springs. The upper Buffalo, where Ponca is located, offers the river’s—and Arkansas’—finest scenic beauty. With its massive towering bluffs, countless waterfalls, watchable wildlife, ties to both historic and prehistoric cultures, and remote unspoiled location, the upper Buffalo River wilderness is surely mid-America’s finest outdoor destination. Floating, Hiking and Wildlife Watching are favorite activities.
Map of the Buffalo River Region
(photos and excerpt from buffaloriver.com)
Located conveniently just minutes from Eurea Springs is one of the few remaining free-flowing rivers in the country, The Kings River in Arkansas begins in the Boston Mountains of the Ozark National Forest and flows Northward for more than 90 miles where it empties into Table Rock Lake at the Missouri State line. This family friendly river flows casually past massive rock bluffs, shady tree-lined banks, crystal clear pools, and sloping gravel bars. You will discover wonderful spots for Arkansas Canoe Trips, swimming, picnicking, fishing, camping, and observing wildlife.
(Photos and excerpt from kingriver outfitters.com
Crystal Bridges is the crown jewel of Museums and Art Galleries and better yet, it’s located only an hour from Eureka Springs! in Bentonville, AR. Check out more attractions in beautiful Northwest Arkansas at: http://www.arkansasarttrail.com
(photos courtesy Scott Moore)
- Golfing
This course has small, tricky greens and wide fairways. Water and trees come into play throughout the course. The signature hole is #8, which has water behind the green and trees along the left.
We have New Bent grass greens and Bermuda grass fairways
The course rating is 68.5 – 69.7 and it has a slope rating of 121 – 124.
The perfect combinaton of trees, sand and water to make this a fun course to play.
(Photos and excerpt courtesy carrollcountycountryclub.com)
Downtown Eureka Springs if the place to be for for the most fun! This Main Street lil mountain town boasts several eclectic one of a kind boutiques, galleries, gift shops, restaurants and more. You can spend the day browsing, dining having a cocktail on a balcony or deck while you catch up with friends or just people watch.
Brews is a must in Downtown Eureka Springs! This hybrid fusion of taproom and coffee shop has it all. Live music, trivia games, craft beer on tap, wine by the glass, any coffee drink you can imagine, teas, paninis, pretzels and more! It’s the perfect place to relax with friends and unwind from a fun day of shopping and sight seeing. Grab a friend and head to Brews!
(photos courtesy Scott Moore and Brews Facebook page)
The Balcony Restaurant menu is built around hearty appetizers, live music and fun food and is known as a must stop during any Eureka Springs Get-a-way. Its unique location, on the “balcony” of The Iconic Basin Park Hotel offers a unique bar and three dining areas while serving as a central stop during a great day of shopping.
The Balcony Restaurant overlooks Spring Street, has regular live music and is known as a place where locals regularly frequent and visitors are sure to enjoy a cool beverage and a great meal. The Balcony Menu includes appetizers, Burgers, lunch entrees and salads, but also includes full evening entrees that include such specialties as Downtown Crown, BBQ Ribs and the Balcony Sirloin.
ENJOY YOUR TRIP TO THE OZARKS….
It’s your time to get out there and live the good life! Whether it’s lake living, hiking or just hanging out with friends on the deck with a lovely glass of wine after shopping, we have just what you’ve been looking for in the Eureka Springs area. Located in the heart of the scenic Ozark Mountains it’s all here for you!
…. YOU MIGHT WANT TO STAY
Check out these April “hot” deals
Spring Deal for Seniors
~ Free Upgrade to a Suite (Basin Park Hotel)
Seniors Get a Free Upgrade to the BEST AVAILABLE room on Weekdays in April, Complimentary Walking tour and are invited to Explore Downtown Eureka Springs.
Valid Sunday-Thursday in April.
Phone 800-643-4972 – Discount Code – SENIOR UPGRADE
Veterans Discount – Crescent Hotel
Phone 800-342-9766 and Use the Code HONOR and receive 15% off the Best Available Rate. Valid Sunday-Friday in April.
Spring Senior Discount – Crescent Hotel
Senior Discount – phone 800-342-9766 and provide the code SENIOR2018 and get a 15% off discount on any Premium or Balcony room. Sun-Fri in April.
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