Your Family’s Summer Getaway Starts Here
Fall is one of the most scenic times to visit Eureka Springs. The historic 1886 Crescent Hotel & Spa is the perfect place to take it all in. Start crisp mornings with coffee on your balcony, then spend the day exploring colorful hills and cozy spots around the hotel.
Things to Do on Your Fall Vacation in Eureka Springs
From colorful hikes to cozy cocktails, here are a few of our favorite ways to enjoy autumn in the Ozarks.
New Moon Spa & Salon
Unwind with a massage, facial, or salon service inside the hotel. It’s the perfect way to relax after a crisp morning walk or before an evening out.
Top of the Crest
Head to the hotel’s highest level for cocktails, desserts, and sweeping views. Fall sunsets here are some of the most colorful of the year.
Book a Ghost Tours
Experience the Crescent Hotel’s famous ghost tours, from expanded nightly options to midnight investigations and kid-friendly versions.
Frisco Sporting Club
Spend an evening outdoors with yard games, hatchet throwing, and a food truck. Live music on the weekends makes it a fun fall hangout.
Daily Activities
Join daily activities like yoga, history tours, and fall crafts — or enjoy s’mores and caramel apples to end your evening on a sweet note.
Dining in Eureka Springs
Celebrate fall flavors at the Governor’s Bar, the Crescent’s cozy new addition to the Crystal Dining Room. Open from 4 to 8 p.m., it’s the perfect spot for small plates, drinks, and conversation before heading out for dinner or a ghost tour.
Plan Your Visit Around Peak Fall Color
Before planning your trip, check the live fall foliage cameras to see what stage the colors are in. It’s the best way to time your visit and catch the Ozarks at their most vibrant.
Scenic Drives & Nearby Eureka Springs Attractions
Take a stroll downtown or plan a scenic drive through Eureka Springs in the fall. Downtown is filled with shops, galleries, and cafes, while nearby destinations like War Eagle Mill, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, and the Buffalo River make for perfect day trips. This time of year, you might even hear elk bugling in Boxley Valley.