Adventure Travels-
Outdoor Adventures
Begin in Eureka Springs
In Eureka Springs, outdoor adventure is easier than you think…
There is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by outdoor lovers and adventure seekers. Play on one of the many lakes, streams, rivers in Arkansas. Hike in pristine Ar State Parks or explore the Buffalo River National Park. Outdoor adventure does not have to be painful. Find comfort in cabins nestled in the cool woodlands of the Ozark Mountain Region and all the amenities of a fine resort too.
Find an Outdoor Adventure on the Arkansas Art Trail.
Spring Waterfalls of the Ozark Mountains
Spring rains mean beautiful waterfalls and Arkansas is full of them. Here are a few of the most popular waterfalls in Arkansas:
Black Bass Lake Spillway. Black Bass Lake is located at the headwaters of the West Leatherwood Creek Valley. A Eureka Springs city park, Black Bass is home to one of the oldest stone dams in the country dating to 1894. The spillway releases water that flows beside the dam. Black Bass Lake is located in Eureka Springs off of Highway 62 on Oil Springs Road across from Tad's Quickstop. See
Black Bass Lake on Google Maps.
Triple Falls at Camp Orr. Also called Twin Falls, the waterfalls are located in the
Buffalo River National Park. It is an easy walk from Camp Orr parking to the falls.
Eden Falls. Located in Lost Valley in the
Buffalo River National Park Region.
Hemmed In Hollow Falls. Located in the
Buffalo River National Park, it is the highest waterfall in Mid-America dropping 250 feet. It is a difficult hike to the falls but the trip is worth it.
Natural falls occur throughout Eureka Springs depending on the rainfall. A leisurely drive along Highway 23 North is lined with stone bluffs. After a rain, water cascades off of the rock and free-falls to the culvert below. Begin your scenic drive at the Eureka Springs & North Arkansas Railway. See
Natural Falls on Google Maps.
Eureka Springs and the
Buffalo River National Park are part of a
trail system that highlights places in Arkansas where nature inspires art. To learn more about how the Arkansas outdoors inspires creativitiy and imagination, follow the
Arkansas Art Trail.
Find adventure
Cycling, rock climbing, zip lining, or caving- Get started with Adventure Mountain Outfitters or the Buffalo Outdoor Center.
Explore hiking trails- Visit Arkansas State Parks, Buffalo River Trails, or Eureka Trails.
Discover Native & Endangered Wildlife or go birdwatching (dont forget the camera)-Discover the Elk Education Center in Ponca.
Cool off …go caving, swimming, or scuba diving- Visit Cosmic Caverns or War Eagle Cavern to start.
Test your skills… go mountain biking, golfing, or fishing- Find your spirit of renewal and catch a few fish along the way. Fish for catfish, striper, and bass in Beaver Lake or record trout on the White River.
Renew your sense of wonder and visit Historic sites- Eureka Springs is Mid-America's most Celebrated Destination for Art and Cultural Travel. Trek through Historic Downtown Eureka Springs, visit the Eureka Springs History Museum or site in the lobby of one of Eureka's historic hotels, the Basin Park Hotel or the Crescent Hotel.
Outdoor Events
Arkansas Outdoor Adventures are a speciality of The Natural State and Eureka Springs is conveniently located near so many outdoor activities.
Outdoor Events occur regularly in Eureka Springs. Check the most comprehensive Calendar of Events for the Greater Eureka Springs Region to plan your trip around one of these outdoor events:
The Eurekan, Victorian Classic, X-terra Triathlon, Fat Tire Festival, Turpentine Creek Pow-wow, Turpentine Creek Kite Festival, Eurekapalooza, and more...
Follow the Official Eureka Springs Blog to read about real adventures and get an insiders look at Eureka Springs Arkansas.
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On the Trails-Lake Leatherwood, Black Bass Lake, Natural Springs of Eureka Springs, Hobbs State Park, Roaring River State Park, Withrow Springs State Park.
After a Hard Day find a Soft Bed at The Cottages at Crescent Park.
