eureka springs

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To My Fellow Riders,
Let me welcome you to the finest riding in the State
of Arkansas & the Ozarks! Any rider who has experienced Eureka Springs will tell you straight-up that
we have the best roads, best food, best accommodations and best people in the area. Motorcyclists visit
from all over to experience our laid-back atmosphere
and the exhilaration of riding on roads where you
can sometimes read your own license plate.
Every rider has their own style of riding from easy
going to hard and fast, and our hills and turns offer variety to each and every one. You can ride the
Highway 23 South “Pig Trail” and find yourself turning on curves that bring you close to scraping the
bike as you lean. Some test their nerves by riding
the mountains edge and being able to look far down
into the valley below, many however find themselves
not that daring. Treasures and area attractions can
be found along your daily rides, you might even find
yourself traveling the wooden surface of the Beaver
Town swinging bridge as you cross the White River
flowing slowly underneath the boards!
Once back from your morning ride you can continue
to experience Eureka’s wonders in other ways. Catch
a trolley to explore our historic downtown shopping
district offering a variety of art galleries, gift shops,
spas, stores, historic structures and fantastic dining
establishments for lunch and dinner.
So, now that you’re hooked on riding the Ozarks
and have had the Eureka Springs experience, we look
forward to seeing you and your riding friends on a
return trip. Every ride it just gets better!
Ride easy,
Morris R. Pate
Mayor,
City of Eureka Springs
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The options for rides from Eureka Springs are
endless! There are so many amazing things to see
in the region. We have compiled a few routes that
venture far and near, taking you through some of
the most scenic countryside the Ozarks has to offer.
There is something for every kind of rider, and at
the end of your ride you can come back to Eureka
Springs to relax, shop, eat and play - the perfect end
to a perfect day!
A building with 5 street
addresses is not unheard of in
Eureka Springs! In fact, many
buildings have multiple addresses and
multiple entrances on different floors!
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Always Open
Always Fun
Plan Your Trip to Eureka Springs
January
Stores have incredible sales the month of January!
Interested in ghosts? The Crescent Hotel hosts
their annual paranormal weekend.
February
Romance, Mardi Gras, and Chocolate - the
Wedding Capital of the South hosts the best
parties all month long!
March
The Annual Kite Festival, St. Patrick's Day Parade,
and spring is in the air! Dogwoods and Redbud in
bloom in time for Spring Break!
April
A UFO Conference, Preservation Tea, Drumming in
the Park, and Monthly Gallery Stroll’s delight
visitors - something for everyone!
May
May Festival of the Arts hosts arts events all month
long! Artrageous Parade, White Street Walk, Art in
the Park - celebrate art in Eureka Springs!
June
Blues Weekend, Native American Pow Wow and an
international classical music festival wow the
crowds in June!
July
An old fashioned Fourth of July in Basin Spring
Park, the French-flavored Fleur Delicious Festival
and the Fat Tire Fest delight families.
August
Opera in the Ozarks sings all month long at
Inspiration Point. August is also a great time to
explore Beaver Lake, Tablerock Lake or the river!
September
The Annual Antique Auto Show and then Bikes
Blues and BBQ - the month of September is all
about what moves you!
October
October gets scary with ghost tours, cemetery
tours and Howl-O-Ween at Turpentine Creek! Love
crafts? This is the place to find treasures!
November
Fall Foilage blazes the hills during the Ozark Folk
Festival. The shops are all dressed for your
holiday shopping, too!
December
Santa in the Park, Santa 5K Race down Spring
Street, Annual Tour of Homes, concerts in the Aud so much fun for the holidays in Eureka Springs!
For a Complete Calendar visit
EurekaSprings.org
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Call now to reserve a honeymoon,
anniversary or special getaway.
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Woodburning fireplace
Luxury Jacuzzi bath
Full kitchen w/ intimate dining area
Entertainment center w/ CD player
Huge private deck
180-degree view of 28,000-acre Beaver Lake
Enjoy spectacular views of water and woodlands from your
private vantage point at Sugar Ridge Resort. Hide away in
your luxurious cabin. Spend a romantic afternoon on Beaver
Lake. Visit Victorian Eureka Springs just minutes away.
There’s no finer place to stay.
1-800-TOP-VIEW (867-8439)
479-253-5548
1216 CR 113, Eureka Springs, AR 72631
www.sugarridgeresort.com
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The Scenic Route
Ozark Sights, Scenes & Swerves
Eureka Hwy 62
Springs
Berryville
Saunders Museum
Green
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Turpentine
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Springs
State Park
Huntsville
Buffalo River
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Lost Valley
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Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
239 Turpentine Creek Lane
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
(479) 253-5841
turpentinecreek.org
36°17’ 54.66” N
93°45’20.50” W
Withrow Spring State Park
33424 Spur 23
Huntsville, AR 72740
(479) 559-2593
36°09’36.48”N
93°45’41.71”W
Lost Valley
Ponca Township, AR
36° 09’36.48”N
93° 43’41.71”W
Buffalo National River
Boxley Valley Historic Center
(870) 439-2502
nps.gov/buff
Saunders Gun Museum
113 E. Madison Ave
Berryville, AR 72616
(870) 423-2563
36° 21’53.31”N
93°33’59.90”W
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Founded in 1879, Eureka Springs
became known throughout the US
as a place of healing. The town
flourished with an estimated 20,000
people living in the area - the town now has
just over 2,500.
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Discover Arts & Cultural Arkansas
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Bentonville
Crystal Bridges
Pig Trail
Harley
Davidson
Blue Spring
Turpentine
Creek
Hobbs
State Park
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Springs
Hwy 127
Hwy 23
Hwy 102
Rogers
Pea Ridge
Military Park
War Eagle Mill
Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
239 Turpentine Creek Lane
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
Pea Ridge
(479) 253-5841
Military Park
turpentinecreek.org
15930 E Highway 62
36°17’ 54.66” N
Garfield, AR 72732
93°45’20.50” W
(479) 451-8122
nps.gov
War Eagle Mill
36° 28’ 08.16” N
11045 War Eagle Road
94° 02’ 10.59” W
Rogers, AR 72756
(479) 789-5343
Inspiration Point
wareaglemill.com
16514 U.S. Hwy 62
36°14’ 01.46”N
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
93° 57’55.76”W
(479) 253-5074
inspirationpointview.com
Hobbs State Park
36° 25’ 53.22” N
20201 Arkansas 12
93° 45’ 15.27” W
Rogers, AR 72756
(479) 789-5000
Blue Spring
arkansasstateparks.com
Heritage Center
36° 21’00.32”N
1537 County Road 210
93° 44’13.02”W
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
(479) 253-9244
Crystal Bridges
bluespringheritage.com
600 Museum Way
36°28’ 54.17” N
Bentonville, AR 72712
93° 48’ 50.92” W
(479)418-5700
crystalbridgesmuesum.org
36° 23’ 41.19” N
94° 12’ 17.66” W
Pig Trail Harley Davidson
2409 W. Hudson Rd
Rogers, AR 72756
(479) 636-9797
pigtrailhd.com
36°21’41.04”N
94°08’58.26”W
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Christ of the Ozarks
45th Anniversary
MORE THAN JUST A PLAY
More than 250 actors and live animals recreate
the Passion of Christ in one of the most epic
performances you’ll experience. The Great
Passion Play is also home to exciting on-site
attractions, including the unique Living Bible
Tour and the Christian Comedy Dinner Theater.
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MORE THAN JUST A PLAY
www.greatpassionplay.com
Bridges, Dams, & Twisty Turns
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Hwy 62 W
Eureka Springs, AR
36° 24’41.89”N
93° 45’39.92”W
Thorncrown Chapel
12968 Hwy 62 W
Eureka Springs, AR
(479) 253-7401
Thorncrown.com
36° 25’04.63”N
93° 46’22.17”W
Blue Spring Heritage Center
1537 County Road 210
Eureka Springs, AR
(479) 253-9244
Beaver Lake Dam Site
36° 27’56.25”N
Hwy 187
93° 48’47.61”W
36° 25’17.61”N
93° 50’51.73”W
Beaver Town
Little Golden Gate Bridge
Beaver, AR
36° 26’07.52”N
93° 46’21.57”W
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Arkansas is one of five states that noted travel writer
Gary McKechnie added to his “Great American Motorcycle Tours.”
McKechnie’s thoughts on his ride on Highway 7
through the Natural State speak well of what you
can expect on your trip. “A ride reaching across
mountains and hills from the thermal baths of central Arkansas north to one of the nation’s most impressive resort towns. Nearly 100 percent undiluted
natural beauty along a scenic highway reveals a new
perspective on a misunderstood state.”
Featured in Ripley’s Believe It or
Not: The Basin Park Hotel is built
on a hill allowing people to enter
from ground level at all eight stories.
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Hills, Turns & The Trout Hatchery
Cassville
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Inspiration
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Holiday
Island
Visitor
Center
Hwy 23N
MO
AR
Thorncrown
Observation
Eureka
Tower
at Razorback Springs
Gift Shop
Observation Tower
at Razorback Gift Shop
Hwy 62 W
Eureka Springs, AR
36° 24’41.89”N
93° 45’39.92”W
Thorncrown Chapel
12968 Hwy 62 W
Eureka Springs, AR
(479) 253-7401
Thorncrown.com
36° 25’04.63”N
93° 46’22.17”W
Blue Spring Heritage Center
1537 County Road 210
Eureka Springs, AR
(479) 253-9244
Inspiration Point
36° 27’56.25”N
Hwy 62 W
93° 48’47.61”W
Eureka Springs, AR
36° 26’47.79”N
93° 48’08.59”W
Roaring River State Park
Roaring River Township, MO
36° 35’09.36”N
93° 50’13.68”W
Note: Helmets are
required by law in Missouri.
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Famous teetotaler, Carry Nation,
made her home Hatchet Hall,
located near Little Lake Eureka.
Saloon owners hung signs on their
bars that said, “Everyone welcome,
except Carry.”
Great Burgers,
Enchiladas,
Grilled Chicken,
& 25 Beers
on Tap!
sparky's loves bikers!
bikers love sparky's!
147 E. Van Buren
we love big groups!
479-253-6001
plenty of parking!
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and....Sparky's Guesthouse
for sleepovers!
www.sparkysroadhouse.com
www.sparkysguesthouse.com
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Beautiful Backroads & Scenic Hills
Shorter “More Local” Rides
Hwy 86
Cassville
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Hwy 62
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Inspiration
Point
Blue
Spring
Thorncrown
Eureka
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Rockhouse Rd ./CR 302
Observation Tower
Berryville
Hwy 221
Observation Tower
at Razorback Gift Shop
Hwy 62 W
Eureka Springs, AR
36° 24’41.89”N
93° 45’39.92”W
Thorncrown Chapel
12968 Hwy 62 W
Eureka Springs, AR
(479) 253-7401
Thorncrown.com
36° 25’04.63”N
93° 46’22.17”W
Blue Spring Heritage Center
1537 County Road 210
Eureka Springs, AR
(479) 253-9244
Inspiration Point
36° 27’56.25”N
Hwy 62 W
93° 48’47.61”W
Eureka Springs, AR
36° 26’47.79”N
93° 48’08.59”W
Roaring River State Park
Roaring River Township, MO
36° 35’09.36”N
93° 50’13.68”W
Note: Helmets are
required by law in Missouri.
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Featured in Ripley’s Believe It or
Not: The artist, By Golly, designed
the first neon sign to be placed
west of the Mississippi. You can see it
today at the Palace Hotel!
Lodge & Restaurant
King Bed,
Jacuzzi,
Fireplace,
and
Private
Balcony
all for only
Photo Current as of 11.2011
Call
$
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479.253.8128 for reservations
or write: 325 W. Van Buren, Eureka Springs, AR 72632
bavarian@ipa.net • www.eureka-net.com/bavarian
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Guns, Caves and Ozark Views
Eureka Springs
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Saunders Gun Museum
113 E. Madison Ave
Berryville, AR 72616
(870) 423-2563
36° 21’53.31”N
93°33’59.90”W
Cosmic Cavern
6386 Arkansas Hwy 21
Berryville, Ar 72616
870-749-2298
cosmiccavern.com
36° 26’22.52”N
93° 29’50.21”W
Note: Helmets are
required by law in Missouri.
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Home to a host of “Outlaws”, the
story goes that a US Marshal
picked William “Bill” Doolin while he
was enjoying the baths for his rheumatism. The capture was over in 15 minutes
and not a single shot was fired.
Eureka Springs’ #1
Most Recommended Restaurant
Plenty of Free Private Parking
No Reservations Required
Open 7 Days a Week
5 to 9 p.m.
26 White Street • Eureka Springs
479.253.8806
www.Ermilios.com
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Hidden Hollows & Righteous Turns
Shorter “More Local” Rides
Eagle Rock
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Hwy 86
Golden
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Holiday
Island
Visitor
Center
Hwy 62
Eureka
Springs
Note: Helmets are
required by law in Missouri.
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Like what you see?
Give me a call and let me
find your little piece of the Ozarks!!!
BIKER OWNED
Glenn E. Crenshaw
Office (479) 253-0303
EurekaAllSeasons.com
152 W. Van Buren • Eureka Springs, AR
35 Woodsdale Drive • Holiday Island, AR
Cell (479) 981-1579
There are hundreds of springs in
the area, but Basin Spring, located
in Basin Spring Park is the most
famous - where the town was founded!
You can find many more along Spring Street.
Don’t miss the spring bubbling inside Mountain
Eclectic on Main Street!
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RidePics.net
Your Source for
Road Side
Photography
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The Christ of the Ozarks Statue
overlooking Eureka Springs was
built in 1966 and is the largest
statue of Christ in the United States.
479-253-5600
877-3271080
3169 East Van Buren
Eureka Springs, Arkansas
72632
Motorcycle
Friendly
www.theeurekaspringsmotel.com
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34 SPRING
STREET
479
253-7162
www.nelsonleathercompany.com
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WE SELL COOL STUFF! • Footwear by: Børn, Chaco,
Clark’s, Old Gringo, Indigo, Minnetonka, Privo,
Rope Sandals • Handbags & accessories by: Fossil,
Osgoode, many others • Watches by Fossil, Taki
• Knives by: Sog, Al Mar, Anza, Bench Made, Case,
Kershaw, Protec, Henry, & locally handmade by Bryon
Bradshaw, specialty items from Col. Littleton
• Handmade mounted longhorns, whips, Amish leather,
brass horse bells • Smartwool socks • Hilarious Adult
Greeting cards • Hats • Caps • Backpacks and more
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37 Spring
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479
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EUREKA SUNSET
LODGE & CABINS
“Cabins in the Treetops”
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Jacuzzis for Two
wooded acres
Dual Showerheads
in town
Full Kitchens
• Open All Year
WIFI
Highly recommended on Tripadvisor
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Eureka Springs
Located in Northwest Arkansas,
Eureka Springs has always been
a tourist destination. Long before
it was a town, the Native American’s used the springs and land
as a healing and gathering place
for their tribes. Those stories traveled and soon the
town was flooded with folks wanting to be healed
by the springs!
Today those springs offer a beautiful backdrop to the
towns winding lanes. Shopping is fun in this town
that hosts independent shops offering wonderful
gifts, home items, and art both locally made and
internationally known. Dining is world class with
something for everyone to delight in. From catfish to
filet mignon there is an experience waiting for your
next meal. Dancing the night away at a number of
venues and take your sweetie for a spin, or stop in
and listen to some original folk music being sung on
a balcony or in a cafe. Being bored isn’t an option in
Eureka Springs!
There is also plenty of time to relax and renew! The
town that was built on healing has a lot to offer
guests who are looking for rest and relaxation. Treat
yourself to a relaxing day at the spa after a long ride
through the Ozarks.
Hiking, fishing, canoeing, and mountain biking are
available throughout the area. Hosting two lakes,
Beaver Lake and Tablerock Lake, the area is ready
for you to catch the next big one! Meandering on
the river is another way to explore the Ozarks. The
White River and the Kings River both offer exciting
options for the river rat! Depending on the season
you might just spot an eagle or two! If mountain
biking is more your speed you can ride right through
town to Lake Leatherwood
and explore the trails built
just for you.
Anyway you look at it,
Eureka Springs offers so
much to do you’ll be
planning your next vacation back before you even leave!
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- Lifetime Memories
- Open Daily 9 AM
- Hourly Tours
7 Mi. South of
- On Site Lodging
Eureka on
- RV Park
Hwy. 23
- Gift Shop Open
www.turpentinecreek.org
Eureka Springs is a motorcycle friendly destination. Our roads are unparalleled and offer some of
the best riding in the country, not to mention the
year round fun that can be found in our city. If you
are looking for great rides, incredible views and the
chance to relax or play in one of “America’s Coolest Small Towns” (Voted by Budget Travel for 2011)
start planning your visit today.
You can find helpful information online at
EurekaSprings.org or by calling the Greater Eureka
Springs Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-638-7352.
Our guest services are ready to help you plan the
trip that you have been dreaming about.
Eureka Springs has what you
are looking for all year long.
If you are a history buff,
want to have a little pampering at a spa or luxury
resort, or just want to
meander along the streets
shopping and soaking in the cool
vibe of downtown Eureka Springs - your stay will
make memories!
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2 Wheels =
Great Deals
Enjoy a full complimentary breakfast
each morning before you start your ride.
• Easy access
to motorcycles
• Level Parking lot
• Bike Wash Station
available on property
• Ample parking
for support vehicles
and trailers
www.eurekabw.com
800-221-3344
Each Best Western® branded hotel is independently owned and operated
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A publication of Ride Eureka Springs, All content copyright 2012
by Ride Eureka Springs
Production & Design: Jacqueline Wolven
Photo Credits: Charles “Chip” Henry Ford II, Joe Skaggs of
RidePics.Net, Arkansas Parks & Tourism, and the Eureka Springs
City Advertising and Promotion Commission.
Please Note: Suggested maps & ride routes designed based
on usable travel roads to the producers knowledge at time of
publication, reader/user of this guide assumes all responsibilities
for their own safety.
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Live Music
Every Friday &
Saturday Night
Great Food
Cold Beer
Smiling Faces
Lots of Free Parking
Open 7 days a week, 11 am to Midnight
Eureka’s First Biker Hangout
82 Armstrong, Eureka Springs, Arkansas
www.cathouselounge.com
479.363.9976
info@piedpiperpub.com
Using your GPS unit in Eureka
Springs can be tricky, especially
when some of the stairs are
considered streets! One perfect
example goes from Main Street to Spring
Street just below Basin Spring Park.
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Grand Lookout
Tower
Canyon
World’s Largest Windchime
381 Hwy 23 S
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
479-981-3288
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Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge
239 Turpentine Creek Lane
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
(479) 253-5841
turpentinecreek.org
36°17’ 54.66” N
93°45’20.50” W
Withrow Spring State Park
Mystic Caverns
33424 Spur 23
341 Cavern Rd
Huntsville, AR 72740
Harrison, AR 72601
(479) 559-2593
(870) 743-1739
36°09’36.48”N
mysticcaverns.com
93°45’41.71”W
Arkansas
Grand Canyon
White, AR
35°55’32.28”N
93°09’38.15”W
Buffalo National River
Boxley Valley
Historic Center
(870) 439-2502
nps.gov/buff
Arkansas Buffalo Saunders Gun Museum
113 E. Madison Ave
River Outlook Tower
Berryville, AR 72616
Hwy 7
(870) 423-2563
Jasper, AR 72641
36° 21’53.31”N
35°58’16.12”N
93°33’59.90”W
93°10’06.65”W
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All natural soaps, lotions, jewelry and gifts.
We will glady ship your purchase!
Located in Pine Mountain Village across from the tower.
Village Ice Cream Shop
Pine Mountain Village Across from Tower
24 Flavors • Sundaes • Banana Splits, Shakes, Floats, Malts
Sno Cones, Cobblers, Apple Dumplings and more!
479-253-5558 • Open Daily & After the Shows!
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