Part of our Arkansas guide.
2 places and guides from our Eureka Springs coverage, gathered into one page.
Blue Spring In Eureka Springs
Blue Spring pumps out 38 million gallons of crystal-clear water daily. The spring’s constant 58°F water feeds a deep blue pool that flows into the White River, and visitors often spot turtles, fish, and occasional river otters. A short, paved trail leads from the parking area to the overlook, making it accessible for most fitness levels. Swimming is not permitted. The area also features mysteries inside Arkansas' Devil's Den and Arkansas's hidden Crystal mines and digging spots.
Marvel At The Majestic Christ Of The Ozarks In Eureka Springs
Christ of the Ozarks stands 67 feet tall on Magnetic Mountain, offering panoramic views of the surrounding Ozark Mountains. Completed in 1966, the statue is made of white mortar and stone, and its outstretched arms span 65 feet. The base sits at an elevation of 1,500 feet above sea level. The site includes a prayer garden, a small chapel, and a gift shop, all open to the public free of charge. Visitors can walk the grounds daily from dawn until dusk, and the adjacent Great Passion Play amphitheater hosts performances from April through October (ticket prices vary by season). The area is rich in lost histories and folklore in Arkansas, with local legends tied to the mountain’s name and the statue’s construction.
More about Eureka Springs
Beyond these two landmarks, Eureka Springs offers dozens of preserved Victorian homes and commercial buildings, many listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The entire downtown district is a National Historic District, with winding streets that follow the natural contours of the Ozark hills. For outdoor enthusiasts, the region provides hiking and the outdoors in Arkansas along the nearby Ozark Highlands Trail, as well as nature centers and wildlife in Arkansas at the Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge just south of town. Those fascinated by underground geology can uncover secrets of Arkansas's hot Springs caves in the neighboring Ouachita Mountains, while history buffs will find museums and historic sites in Arkansas throughout Eureka Springs, including the 1886 Crescent Hotel and the Eureka Springs Historical Museum.
