"Once again Arkansas took me by surprise with both its history and
diversity. If you visit Crystal Bridges, Eureka Springs is a short
detour and well worth the trip." -
sasha1As a growing tourist destination,
Arkansas continues to impress visitors of all kinds. Longtime member sasha1 recently took a summer trip to
Eureka Springs to soak and relax in the healing waters of the charming town and recall the journey in the journal
Arkansas Camping in June.
"The healing waters of Eureka Springs have been valued since Indians
inhabited the area and a little Indian princess had her sight restored
by the waters of the Basin Spring. A hotel of the same name is a lovely
stop when you are downtown. When Dr. Jackson's son also was cured of
sight problems he established a practice there."
Their advice for getting around the city, "Your first stop in Eureka Springs should be the trolley depot to
purchase your all day pass which will become your best friend when you
tire of the steep and uneven hills of Eureka Springs. Regardless of
their inarguable charm the streets of this town will give hikers a
workout. Prepare for very uneven curbs and sidewalks and inclines.
Fair warning."
Other than the springs, some other town attractions include "the 1886
Crescent Hotel where some guests have supposedly stayed waaay
beyond their check out time and if you are lucky you might see them on a
haunted tour."
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