Eureka Springs

Eureka Springs is a mountain town in Carroll County, Arkansas, known for its preserved Victorian architecture and natural springs. The streets follow the contours of the hillsides, forming a winding layout with no parallel lines or right-angle intersections.

The settlement began in 1880 after people started using the healing properties of the local springs. Within a few years, it grew into a popular health resort with hotels and bathhouses along the steep hillsides.

Small shops and galleries fill the restored 19th-century buildings, many owned by local artisans and artists. Wedding chapels draw couples from across the country who want to marry in the romantic mountain setting.

Walking through the town requires good footwear, as most streets run steeply uphill and downhill. The surrounding lakes offer opportunities for fishing, boating, and swimming during the warmer months.

The entire town is listed as a historic district, with hundreds of protected structures from the late 1800s. No traffic lights interrupt the flow, as the original street layout remains without modern traffic controls.

Location: Carroll County

Inception: 1880

Elevation above the sea: 384 m

Website: http://eurekasprings.com

GPS coordinates: 36.40310,-93.73830

Latest update: December 13, 2025 13:54