Top 4 Places to Tube in Eureka Springs

Here are Float Eureka’s top four places to tube in Eureka Springs, Arkansas.

1. Beaver Dam Site Park: The Beaver Dam area is the best place near Eureka Springs to tube, swim, and hang out by Beaver Lake! Beaver Dam is only 15 minutes from Eureka. This day use area has a long and accessible lake shoreline and is the perfect spot to park for the day, set up at a picnic table, grill out, float and swim! With ample shaded spaces, swim beaches, well-maintained tables, trees with shade from the sun, and picturesque views, this day use area invites visitors to unwind, share fun in the sun, and create lasting memories with loved ones while enjoying the good vibes of Beaver Lake.

2. Beaver, Arkansas: There are multiple place to tube at Beaver, Arkansas. Your first option is to tube in the White River/Table Rock Lake in the Beaver riverside park and swim area. Old trail trestles, the Castle Rogue’s Manor on the opposite hillside, and great scenery make this a sweet spot to tube. Your second option is a scenic, relaxing float alongside the banks of the White River. Walk up the Town of Beaver Trail (which begins near the Beaver riverside park) with your tube, the trail meanders alongside the White River. Launch your tube at any point along the trail - although the best launch point is just past the Beaver River Trail Overlook on the left near the end of the trail. Float alongside the trail back down to the bridge and the town of Beaver. This tranquil setting includes gorgeous natural scenery and includes a recognizable landmark - Arkansas’ very own “Little Golden Gate” Bridge in Beaver.

3. Hogscald Hollow: Tubing at Hogscald Hollow, located 30 minutes outside of Eureka Springs, Arkansas is a fantastic place to enjoy the waterfalls, bluffs, and cliffs in this beautiful cove of Beaver Lake. Bring an Icemule cooler (available for rent or purchase at Float Eureka) and chill in the cove on your tube underneath Lover’s Leap waterfall. As you float underneath the hills and cliffs at Hogscald, surrounded by lush forests and picturesque landscapes, a sense of serenity washes over you. Rent a tube from Float Eureka and check out Hogscald, a perfect opportunity to soak up the sun, unwind, and connect with the beauty of the Ozarks. A short hiking trail that runs along the shore will take you from the parking area to some lakeside boulders which are a great launch point.

4. Lake Leatherwood: Tubing at Lake Leatherwood in Eureka Springs is a fantastic way to cool off and enjoy the stunning natural beauty of this huge city park - located in town! This picturesque lake, nestled amidst the Ozark Mountains, provides the perfect setting for a memorable tubing adventure. As you glide along the calm waters of the lake (motor boats are not allowed), surrounded by Ozark oak-hickory forests and scenic vistas, you can't help but relax and chill. The hiking trail around Lake Leatherwood allows you to float down the lake toward the historic limestone Lake Leatherwood Dam and then hike back up to the boat ramp/launch area with your tube! Whether you're enjoying a solo excursion or sharing the fun with friends and family, tubing at Lake Leatherwood promises endless joy and unforgettable memories in Eureka Springs.