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Eureka Springs Gardens

U.S. 62, Eureka Springs, AR
3.5 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
Type: Gardens, Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Activities: Viewing foliage
Owner description: Blue Spring is a natural wonder, pouring 38 million gallons of cold, clear water each day into its trout-stocked lagoon.Start your adventure with an...... more » Owner description: Blue Spring is a natural wonder, pouring 38 million gallons of cold, clear water each day into its trout-stocked lagoon.Start your adventure with an insightful historic film in the Visitor Center, then stroll the handicapped-accessible walkways and inviting garden paths that wind through the 33 acres of native gardens. Visit the historic mill site that dates from the 1840's, see the Bluff Shelter on the National Register of Historic Places, and walk along the path of the Trail of Tears. Resident Appaloosas and abundant native flora and fauna delight visitors, and our charming gift shop offers an array of items to keep the exerience alive. Blue Spring is a quiet getaway and a perfect place for weddings, group outings or any special occasion. « less
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Bentonville, Arkansas, United States
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 26, 2012 NEW

This should be free instead of $8 each to look at flowers and water. It is out in the boonies. There is a lot of gravel parking available. I can't ever imagine it all being filled up. They do have a nice gift shop with an indian atmosphere. More

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Victoria, TX
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

The drive to Blue Spring is very scenic, and the spring itself is quite beautiful. We watched the video about divers trying to find the source of the spring, and that was quite interesting. But I suppose I was expecting more in the way of gardens. And beware of all those steps. It really is quite the trek to get... More

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Aventura, Florida
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

Based on what there is to do in the surrounding area is the only reason it received a rating of very good. Nice flowers, tranquil and overall a nice place to visit if you find yourself standed in the area. More

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Appleton, Wisconsin
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
17 helpful votes 17 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 9, 2011

This place was along the way on my trip to eureka springs. The view was amazing on the backroads that take you to the center. The hike down the 130 some stairs was not pleasant but once to the bottom it was worth it. The color of the springs is amazing and feeding the fish was fun. The spring pool... More

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Oklahoma
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed October 23, 2011

There are over a mile of trails winding through the Blue Spring Heritage Center. When we went it was in October so not many flowers left but the blue spring itself is beautiful. There are other gardens along the path and a large beautiful deck which overlooks the water. It's a very calming and beautiful place to visit. More

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Union City, TN
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed September 3, 2011

Everything was dead except for the ferns and I can go to a nursery and see ferns for free. It was a total waste of money and not impressive at all. Of all the things we did in Eureka Springs, this attraction was the most disappointing. More

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Wichita, Kansas
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed July 11, 2011
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Blue Spring was very pretty and the small museum on the property was very interesting. However, the walking tour had a lot of steep grades and stairs and was tough for me. This is a very pretty attraction to visit, just take plenty of water! They had a flood a few months back so admission is discounted currently because part... More

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Quitman, Texas
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11 reviews 11 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2010
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My wife and I went here on our anniversary vacation to Eureka Springs. We were looking for some nice scenery and a nice walk through the woods. This place was it! It was very serene and calming. The gardens were awesome and the springs/lagoon were very pretty. It has some cool history and it was nestled off in the mountains.... More

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Oklahoma City
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed July 26, 2009
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This area is very pretty with a lot of trees and flowers and such. I was a little disapointed wtih the "spring". It was pretty water, but that was a bout it. More

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Iola, Kansas
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66 reviews 66 reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
58 helpful votes 58 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 19, 2007
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This is now named the Blue Spring Heritage Center is is located West of Eureka Springs. Website is bluespringheritage.com This area is a beautiful outdoor gardens area with the huge, deep blue spring. A natural spring which dumps several thousand gallons of cold, clear water into a pool that eventually flows to a stream. There are cliff areas and a... More

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