Just Outside Your Door

Wildlife viewing:
You never know what you'll see outside your door. We have humming birds, squirrels, snow geese, ducks, chipmunks, herons, bald eagles, opossums, and beavers!

Canoeing:
In the spring, the forks of the Little Red are floatable above Greers Ferry Lake, and the best of the lot is probably the Middle Fork. Flowing between the towns of Leslie and Shirley, the Middle Fork cuts a 30-mile path through some of the state's most rugged terrain. The river boasts a sharp fall creating a series of rapids that can be treacherous during periods of heavy rainfall. Only experienced canoeists should attempt this float when water levels are high. Another of the tributaries, the South Fork, flows for 13 miles between Scotland and Clinton, and is not a bad fishing stream. Rentals at Cherokee Line Canoeing. P.O. Box 166, Heber Springs, AR 72543, (501) 362-7516 or River Ranch Resort, 630 River Ranch Road (off Hwy. 110 E.), Heber Springs, (501) 362-9003

Just Outside the Resort

There is something for everyone minutes away in Heber Springs. From shopping for antiques and collectibles to a scenic hike, Heber Springs will provide you with a new experience each time you visit. The Heber Springs area offers many activities such as golf on four championship courses, tennis at the Fairfield Bay complex, antique hunting and cultural activities at the nearby Ozark Folk Center.

Boat Rentals & Charters:
If you plan to spend a few days in Heber Springs and would like to take a first hand look at our natural beauty, we strongly recommend spending an afternoon on Greers Ferry Lake. The 40,000 acre lake is famous for its cleanliness. Greers Ferry Lake offers 15 public use parks, over 1200 campsites and plenty of marinas. Other sporting activities include boating, swimming, picnicking, scuba diving, and water skiing. There is a developed nature trail winding up a second Sugar Loaf Mountain, an island in the lake. Area marinas include:

• Cruise Greers Ferry Lake - Rides/Tours, Heber Springs - 501-362-5661
• Eden Isle Marina, Inc., Heber Springs - 501-362-2232
• Heber Springs Marina, Heber Springs - 501-362-8838
• Lacey's Narrows Marina & Luxury Houseboat Rentals Greers Ferry - 800-401-0440

Bowling
Heber Lanes-114 Tulaka Blvd., Heber Springs-362-3882

Camping
Public camping areas on the lake and river are operated by the U.S. Corps of Engineers. Call (501) 362-2416 (7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m., M-F) for information or for reservations on campsites call 877-444-6777 or ReserveUSA.com Area resorts on the river also provide camping facilities.

City Park
10-acre Spring Park, site of 7 natural springs once heralded as medicinal. Amphitheater, Bandshell, Playground, Tennis Courts, and Walking trail.

Dancing
Jitterboppers - (50's and 60's) meet every Friday night, at 7:30 PM at the American Legion. "Jitterboppers" entrance thru the side door. No charge For more information call: (501) 362-7844 Folklore Society, 890 Wilburn Rd. (Hwy 110 E.), Heber Springs. Open Tuesday, Friday and Saturday nights, 7-10 p.m. Folk & country music. All musicians welcome. Call (501) 362-9630 during open hours.

Fish Hatchery
Greers Ferry National Fish Hatchery located just north of the dam off of Hwy. 25. Open Daily 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.(30 minute self-guided tour) Please arrive in time to complete your tour before 3:30 p.m. For more information call (501) 362-3615.

Funland Amusement Park
Funland Amusement Park, 309 Hwy. 25B North, Heber Springs, (501) 362-7570. Miniature Golf, Bumper Cars, Bumper Boats and Go Cart rides. Game Room with Pool Tables & Video Games.

Gem Community Theater & Art Gallery
119 West Main, Heber Springs, AR 72543 (501) 362-7971. Please call for Schedule of events and productions (501) 362-7971 or check their website at GemTheater.org.

Hiking Trails
The hiking in the area is outstanding. Noted areas of interest include:

• Big Creek Natural Area, Off Hwy 110 near Wilburn. Hiking, boating, nature study, hunting, & fishing are permitted. 200 ft bluffs and three and one half miles of Big Creek.
• Jeff Anderson Memorial Trail, near Sandy Beach on Front Street, Heber Springs (this is also a bicycle trail - no motorized vehicles). The path winds its way through the woods along the shore-line of Greers Ferry Lake.
• Josh Park Memorial Trail-This trail is used by cross country runners, joggers and bikers. It stretches a total of 6,485 feet with 5 shorter trails ranging from 550 ft. to 886 ft. The trail is located off Hwy. 25B North just before crossing the Greers Ferry Dam.
• Sugarloaf Mountain, Hwy. 110 & 25 Bypass, Heber Springs. Rising 660 ft. above the valley formed by the Little Red River. Can be accessed off of Hwy. 110 just one mile east of Heber Springs.
• Sugarloaf Mountain Island- Pure, untouched vegetation, wildlife and only accessible by boat but well worth the effort. The nearest marinas are Sugar Loaf and Fairfield Bay.