TRAILS
Lake Leatherwood
Lake Leatherwood City Park (LLCP) has been one of Eureka Springs' most popular destinations since the construction of the historic limestone dam was completed in the 1940s. Boasting over 1600 acres of pristine Ozark landscape, Lake Leatherwood now serves as one of Northwest Arkansas’ premier outdoor recreational destinations. The twenty miles of hand-cut, shared-use trails are unique to the area.
Local favorites include Beacham Trail, which circles the entirety of the lake, and Miners Rock, which takes users by the geological feature for which the trail is named after.
Black Bass Lake
Black Bass City Park is one of Eureka Springs’ most treasured recreational destinations. The 3-mile trail system offers a surprising amount of variety for its size, ranging from rocky, bluff and moss-lined trails to easy strolls along the scenic shoreline. Each of the five trails contains a number of interesting geologic and historic features, such as Standing Rock (Standing Rock Trail), Roosevelt Rock, (Oil Springs Trail), and of course, the limestone-faced dam, which dates back to 1894, making it one of the oldest dams in the Ozarks. In addition to trails, the ‘no motor’ lake offers great fishing, and a number of hike-in or drive-in picnic sites are available.
Downtown Trails
Walking around the Eureka Springs in-town trails transports you back in time. Whether you choose to wander downtown streets or follow the Harmon Loop and the Spring Garden Trails, be prepared for an enchanting walk filled with history, folklore, and artistry. From grand old homes to quaint fenced cottages, to the natural springs and gardens that have been revered since the 1850s, you're sure to find something that captivates your heart. Take some moments to pause along the way on a bench, under a shade tree, or just stop and enjoy the views.
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