2015 ride eureka springs arkansas motorcycle guide

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EurekaSprings.orgEurekaSpringsChamber.com

The OfficialMotorcycle Guide

of Eureka Springs

Welcome to Eureka Springs,and some of the finest motorcycle

riding in the country!

As a native to Eureka Springs I have always loved this community and

region for a long list of reasons that continues to grow with new discoveries

every day. It is always a pleasure to welcome visitors and share this area so

that you too will find that special part that draws you back here time & again.

Selected as one of America’s “Dozen Distinctive Destinations” by the National Trust for Historic Preservation,

you will experience breathtaking views over the Ozark Mountains, beautifully preserved historic buildings and homes, one-of-a-kind shopping,

fine art galleries, spas, festivals, restaurants, wonderful attractions and so much more.

As you will discover, Eureka Springs is not an ordinary town and will awaken your senses

while relaxing you on your journey.

Please ride safely and enjoy your stay in Eureka Springs!Mayor Robert D. “Butch” BerryCity of Eureka SpringsMayor Robert D. “Butch” BerryCity of Eureka Springs

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Beavertown Bridge

A favorite site among riders, the one lane sus-pension bridge is located at Beaver, Arkansas

just north of Eureka Springs on Hwy 187.

Constructed in 1949 to span the upper portion of Table Rock Lake which is part of the White River system, today it is the only

suspension bridge in Arkansas that is open to traffic and was placed on the National

Register of Historic Places in 1990.

Riders love to stop on the west side of the bridge in the town of Beaver for a great photo

with friends and this historic structure stretching 550 feet long making an impressive

backdrop to commemorate their journey across this 66 year old landmark.

The bridge serves the town of Beaver as the only connection point north of Eureka Springs

for state Hwy 23 and US Hwy 62. The small community is only about a ½ mile square

in size and averages about 100 permanent residents.


Always Open. Always Fun.Plan your trip to Eureka Springs

For a Complete Calendar visitwww.EurekaSpringsChamber.com

JanuaryThe Crescent Hotel hosts their annual paranormal weekend. Eureka Mardi Gras Kickoff party at the Rowdy Beaver. Ozark

Mountain Music Festival at the Basin Park Hotel.

FebruaryRomance, Mardi Gras and Chocolate – the Wedding Capital of

the South hosts the best parties all month long!

MarchThe Annual Kite Festival, St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Victorian Classic Foot Race! Dogwoods and Redbuds in bloom in time for

Spring Break!

April28th Annual UFO Conference, Carving in the Ozarks, Monthly Gallery Strolls and the Eureka Springs Indie Film Fest – some-

thing for everyone!

MayMay Festival of the Arts hosts art events all month long! Ar-

trageous Parade, White Street Walk, Art in the Park – celebrate art in Eureka Springs! A PT Cruiser Rally, Camaro Festival and

Mustang Show bring auto enthusiasts to town!

JuneBlues Weekend and Opera in the Ozarks –

music lover’s delight in June!

JulyAn old fashioned Fourth of July in Basin Spring Park, Fire-

works show at nearby Holiday Island and the Fat Tire Festival delight families!

AugustBluegrass Weekend, Volkswagen Weekend and the Eurekan Multisport Event – August is full of exciting family events!

SeptemberBanjo Rally, The Antique Auto Festival and Bikes Blues and BBQ

– the month of September is all about what moves you!

OctoberOctober gets scary with ghost tours, cemetery tours and

Howl-O-Ween at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge. Love crafts? Visit War Eagle Mill Fall Craft Show.

NovemberFall Foliage blazes the hills during the Ozark Folk Festival. Fall Craft Show at Pine Mountain Village, Food and Wine

Weekend and visit Santa in Basin Park.

DecemberSanta in the Park, Christmas parade, Annual Tour of Homes, concerts in the Aud – fun for the holidays in Eureka Springs!

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• Fine family dining in a casual atmosphere• Incredible Soup, Salad, Fruit & Dessert Bar• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner• Great Sunday Brunch

207 West Van Buren(Hwy. 62 West and the Historic Loop)


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THE SCENIC ROUTEOzarks Sights, Scenes & Swerves

Approx. 158 miles

Turpentine Creek Wildlife RefugeSee ad on page 24

Cosmic CavernSee ad on page 22

Boxley ValleyGreat Place to See Elk

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ARTS & HERITAGEDiscover Arts & Cultural Arkansas

Approx. 72 miles

Pig Trail Harley DavidsonSee ad on page 18

Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art Pea Ridge Battle�eld

Hobbs State Park War Eagle Mill

See ad on page 8

Beaver Dam & Overlook Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge

See ad on page 24

Blue Spring Heritage CenterSee ad on page 12

Anglers Grill & PubSee ad on page 12


Christ of the Ozarks

Located on top of Magnetic Mountain on the grounds of the Great Passion Play,

the Christ of the Ozarks statue overlooks Eureka Springs and can be seen from many

locations throughout the city.

Dedicated in 1966 it is the largest statue of Jesus in North America and the third largest in

the world. It stands at a height of 67 feet tall and is 65 feet wide.

The Great Passion Play tells the story of Christ’s final days on earth and is set in a

valley adjacent to the statue with an amphitheater that can seat up to 4,000 people. Performances are held May through October. Over 7 million people have experienced the

Passion Play and the Christ of the Ozarks statue in the past 47+ years.

Riders visiting the grounds can also experience the bible museum, sacred arts center and see a section of the Berlin Wall.

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EUREKA WESTBridges, Dams & Twisty Turns

Approx. 35 miles

Blue Spring Heritage CenterSee ad on page 12

Inspiration Point Overlook Beavertown Suspension Bridge

Beaver Dam & Overlook Razorback Gift Shop & Observation Tower

Thorncrown Chapel Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge

See ad on page 24

War Eagle MillSee ad on page 8

Holiday Island Visitor Center Anglers Grill & PubSee ad on page 12


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Beaver Lake & Dam

Constructed in the early 1960’s the dam spans the White River and creates the Beaver Lake

reservoir. The lake serves as a huge recreational venue for divers, boaters, campers and fishing but also provides the water source for most of Northwest Arkansas communities. The dam

towers over the tail waters below and is anchored in the limestone bluffs along one side and is a

source for hydroelectric power. The south side offers a great vantage point for a scenic

overlook and photo opportunity.

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ROARING RIVER RIDEHills, Turns & The Trout Hatchery

Approx. 80 miles

Razorback Gift Shop & Observation Tower Thorncrown Chapel

Inspiration Point Blue Spring Heritage Center See ad on page 12

Roaring River State Park Holiday Island Visitor Center

Beavertown Suspension Bridge Beaver Dam & Overlook

Turpentine Creek See ad on page 24 War Eagle Mill See ad on page 8

Anglers Grill & Pub See ad on page 12

Important: Helmets are required by law in Missouri.


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KINGS RIVER & MOBeautiful Backroads & Scenic Hills

Approx. 86 miles

Razorback Gift Shop & Observation Tower Thorncrown Chapel

Inspiration Point Blue Spring Heritage Center See ad on page 12

Roaring River State Park Holiday Island Visitor Center

Beavertown Suspension Bridge Beaver Dam & Overlook

Turpentine Creek See ad on page 24

War Eagle Mill See ad on page 8

Anglers Grill & Pub See ad on page 12

Roadhouse Restaurant See ad on page 8


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Guns, Caves & Ozark ViewsApprox. 64 miles

Kings River Bridge at Trigger Gap Saunders Gun Museum


Dogwood Canyon Holiday Island Visitor Center



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DOWN TO JASPERCanyons, Caverns & The Buffalo

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Turpentine Creek Willife RefugeSee ad on page 24


Boxley ValleyGreat Place to See Elk


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Visitors Guide Map © 2013 G.E.S.C.C.

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POLICE STATION ★

EUREKA FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER★

★ CHRIST OF THE

OZARKS

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• HOLIDAY ISLAND• BEAVER TOWN & LITTLE GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE • TABLE ROCK LAKE• GASKINS CABIN

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CONWAY SPRING CARRY

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LITTLE LAKE

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GRANDMA’S BEANS & CORNBREAD

E.S. ELEMENTARY

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TURPENTINE CREEK WILDLIFE REFUGE

THORNCROWN CHAPEL

LEATHERWOOD FIELDS BALLPARK

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Eureka Springs, Arkansas

Visitors Guide Map © 2013 G.E.S.C.C.

OSAGE CREEK

TO:WAR EAGLE MILL

TO:HUNTSVILLE

Be sure to stop by The Greater Eureka Springs Visitors Information Center

eurekaspringschamber.com 1-800-6EUREKA

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BEST WESTERN INN OF THE OZARKS

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Downtown Eureka Springs

No trip is complete without a visit to our historic downtown district. One can experience parades, fantastic shopping, art galleries, historic buildings with architecture that captures old style craftsmanship, world class dining, fun activities & nightlife.

Eureka Springs was founded July 4, 1879. In the Spring of 2001, Eureka Springs was named one of 12 “Distinctive Destinations” by the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

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class dining, fun activities & nightlife.

Rider Tips for Visiting Downtown:

• Please ride quietly in the historic shopping & residential areas. The limestone structures can amplify noise.

• Many stores will help you ship your purchases home; shop & explore.

• Parking after 5pm is free in city lots

• Start your visit downtown at the Eureka Springs Historical Museum


Located in Northwest Arkansas, Eureka Springs has always been a tourist destination. Long before it was a town, the Native American’s used the springs and land as a healing and gathering place for their tribes. Those stories traveled and soon the town was flooded with folks wanting to be healed by the springs!

Today those springs offer a beautiful back-drop to the towns winding lanes. Shopping is fun in this town that hosts independent shops offering wonderful gifts, home items, and art both locally made and interna-tionally known. Dining is world class with something for everyone to delight in. From catfish to filet mignon there is an experience waiting for your next meal. Dancing the night away at a number of venues and take your sweetie for a spin, or stop in and listen to some original folk music being sung on a balcony or in a cafe. Being bored isn’t an option in Eureka Springs!

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There is also plenty of time to relax and renew! The town that was built on healing has a lot to offer guests who are looking for rest and relaxation. Treat your-self to a relaxing day at the spa after a long ride through the Ozarks.

Hiking, fishing, canoeing, and mountain biking are available throughout the area. Hosting two lakes, Beaver Lake and Ta-blerock Lake, the area is ready for you to catch the next big one! Meandering on the river is another way to explore the Ozarks. The White River and the Kings River both offer exciting options for the river rat! De-pending on the season you might just spot an eagle or two! If mountain biking is more your speed you can ride right through town to Lake Leatherwood and explore the trails built just for you.

Anyway you look at it, Eureka Springs offers so much to do you’ll be planning your next vacation back before you even leave!


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Eureka Springs is a motorcycle friendly destination. Our roads are unparalleled and offer some of the best riding in the country, not to mention the year round fun that can be found in our city. If you are looking for great rides, incredible views and the chance to relax or play in one of “America’s Coolest Small Towns” (Voted by Budget Travel for 2011) start planning your visit today.

You can find helpful information online at EurekaSprings.org or by calling the Greater Eureka Springs Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-638-7352. Our guest services are ready to help you plan the trip that you have been dreaming about.

Eureka Springs has what you are looking for all year long. If you are a history buff, want to have a little pampering at a spa or luxury resort, or just want to meander along the streets shopping and soaking in the cool vibe of downtown Eureka Springs - your stay will make memories!


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The Pig Trail Scenic Byway

Famous for many reasons the Pig Trail has become a coveted conquest for riders and the “must do”

ride for that annual trip or first timers wanting the experience. Eureka Springs sits at the top of the Pig Trail and serves as the starting and stopping point

for these excursions.

The heart of the ride lies along a 19 mile stretch of Hwy 23 between Hwy 16 to where it meets inter-

state 40. Here you will experience twists and turns as they climb and descend the mountains of the Ozark National Forest. This run is designated as

the Pig trail Scenic Byway.

The history of the trail covers part folklore, part ritual and part historical significance. Serving as path for explorers, trappers and Indians early on it served as a road during the Civil War for both

Union & Confederate troops. It gained its popular name from the fans using the Pig Trail as a short-cut on their way to the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville to watch the Razorbacks (also called

Hogs) play games. Today, it remains a tradition by students and alumni to take the Pig Trail on the

way to “Call the Hogs!”.


In 2 national surveys over the past 2 years, the Pig Trail has

been voted one of the best rides in the country by riders.

In 2 national surveys over the

This is a challenging ride and not for the novice. Often it’s hard to stay focused with the breathtaking views at the pinnacles or the feeling of riding on the

edge of the canopy covered road as it follows the contour of the mountains. These are just a few of the reasons that have made this the #1 riding

route in Arkansas.

There are several roads that can take you from Hwy 23 to other roads to create great loop routes

for your day trips bringing you back to Eureka Springs filled with everlasting memories.

Often times at night, laughter and stories can be overheard being shared at the restaurants &

entertainment venues throughout town about the various experiences riders encountered on their

days journey. It stokes the desire for the rider to keep coming back!

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Please Note: Suggested maps & ride routes designed based on usable travel roads to the producers knowledge at time of

publication, reader/user of this guide assumes all responsibilities for their own safety.

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