Many who visit Eureka Springs don’t think of it as a destination for splish-splashy, wave hoppin, lounge in the sun FUN but it is. Discover why Life is a Beach… in Eureka Springs:
Put your swimsuits on and head out to Beaver Lake.
Relax at Beaver Lake Dam Site Park.
Pack a picnic and watch the kids play in the swimming area as you enjoy a few cold ones. The park has designated swimming and is protected from boats and jet skis. There are restrooms on site, shaded picnic tables and grills for day use. A volleyball court and 180 degree uninterrupted views of the lake are pretty cool too.
Here is how to get to Dam Site Park: Just a short drive to Eureka West – take Hwy 62 west for 3.7 miles and turn left on CR 187 at the big gas station. Follow 187 4.5 miles and cross the dam. The park is on the left.
Camp sites are located in the area … if you feel like roughing it.
If you don’t, stay in one of Eureka Springs premier hotels. Refreshing showers and soft beds are a pretty nice way to end a day at the beach. Friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you plan your excursions too. Check the rates or find the best vacation deal for limited dates on ReserveEureka.com.
You may prefer to enjoy the water from a boat.
If you have your own, bring it with you. Starkey Marina has day slips available or you can rent brand new pontoon boats there as well. Didn’t pack lunch? Not to worry, Starkey Marina has fresh pizza, cold drinks and pretty much everything you need to enjoy a day on the water. Starkey Marina is a full service marina. Learn more or reserve your pontoon online.
Here is how to get to Starkey Marina: Just a short drive to Eureka West – take Hwy 62 west for 3.7 miles and turn left on CR 187 at the big gas station. Follow 187 3.9 miles to Mundell Road and turn left. Just 3 miles from the turn on Mundell Road you will reach 
Starkey Marina.
Have some fun in the sun with the family this summer in Eureka Springs … your extraordinary escape!