Looking Back – 2024 At Sugar Ridge Resort on Beaver Lake, AR

Christmas and New Years’ Eve are coming right up, meaning we’ve just about reached the end of 2024 – and what a year it has been! We met dozens of wonderful guests and made many warm memories here at our Eureka Springs resort on Beaver Lake. Now it’s time to get ready to do it all over again!

Hosting visitors in this beautiful corner of the world never gets old. The Sugar Ridge Resort property, nestled on the scenic shores of Beaver Lake, is a true gem. We like to think we offer a perfect getaway in the heart of the Ozarks.

The lake’s wildlife and natural beauty is the crowning jewel. Our perch above the lake provides breathtaking 180-degree views of the stunning Ozark landscape. Getting out int o nature here is a snap. Whether your jam is fishing, boating, hiking, or just sitting on the porch, soaking up the scenery, we’ve got you covered.

The surrounding area is loaded with things to do, too. Iconic attractions like Cosmic Cavern, Thorncrown Chapel, Blue Spring Heritage Center, Christ of the Ozarks, Crystal Bridges Art Museum, and Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge.

And don’t forget nearby Eureka Springs!

Whether you’re a history buff, art enthusiast, outdoor adventurer, music lover, shopper, or foodie, Eureka Springs has something for you. The town’s eclectic and lively arts scene packs the calendar with can’t-miss events. Favorites like Eureka Gras, Ozark Euro Rally, Corvette Weekend, Hillberry Music Festival, the Original Ozark Folk Festival, the Christmas Parade of Lights, and so much more!

No matter what brings you, we’re so glad folks choose to share their time here with us and hope you’ll come join us, too!

2024 At Our Beaver Lake Resort

Shanda Sheldon – 5/5
July 2024
“My partner and I just celebrated 3 years together and our second anniversary on your property. This was the best vacation I ever had. We got to have an extended stay this time and it was incredible. Thank you for helping me pull off an amazing surprise of chocolates and flowers I couldn’t have done it without the amazing staff coming together to pull it off. The rooms are very clean. Kitchen is well stocked with equipment, just bring food and enjoy! If not, down town is 25 min away and has great food!“

Trista Dyer – 5/5
August 2024
“Absolutely amazing experience! Stayed in one of the couples cabins and it was beautiful and had all the amenities needed for a relaxing weekend. Not too far from Eureka Springs, if you want to do the touristy thing, but far enough away that it’s peaceful and quiet, with a gorgeous view of the lake. Will definitely be going back soon!“

Duane Harris – 5/5
September 2024
“Was truly an awesome inspiring and tranquil
Getaway
Very friendly staff
Rooms are spacious and very well kept up and clean
My wife and I were able to just totally relax
Hats off to Ramona
Will definitely be going back“

Theresa Morgan – 5/5
October 2024
“My husband and I had a wonderful time at this resort! People are very friendly, cabin beautiful, loved the scenery. Will go back next year!!“

Sugar Ridge Resort Gift Certificates

Give the gift of a vacation at our Beaver Lake resort with Sugar Ridge Resort gift certificates!

Sugar Ridge Resort gift certificates are an excellent gift. They have no set amount, can be used for almost anything at the Resort, and are good for up to five years from date of issue. Best of all, they’re very easy to purchase.

Simply fill out the form, make your payment, and you’re done. Instant Eureka Springs getaway!

Happy Holidays from all of us at Sugar Ridge Resort!

Take In the Arkansas Fall Foliage at Beaver Lake

Spring has sprung, summer has come and gone. Now it’s time for fall – and what a glorious fall it will be! This year’s autumn colors are going to be especially vibrant and Beaver Lake is the perfect Arkansas fall foliage destination!

It’s always beautiful at Beaver Lake but it’s also true that some seasons are more striking than others. While it’s hard to beat the greening in spring and sunny summer, autumn’s colors have it, hands down.

Here in Northern Arkansas, notable color change begins working its way down the mountains in late September or early October. Peak color typically appears late October. That means now is the perfect time start planning your Arkansas fall foliage getaway at Sugar Ridge Resort!

Our location, perched high above Beaver Lake, means non-stop leaf-peeping, with 180 degree views of the Ozarks and Beaver Lake. Plus we’re surrounded by endless opportunities for scenic drives, hikes, and other fall activities.

Arkansas Fall Foliage Drives

One of the easiest and most pleasant ways to take in as much Arkansas fall foliage as possible is with a relaxing, scenic drive. The winding mountain roads of the Ozarks are always entrancing but, come fall, they verge on the fantastic. Head out and take in all those amazing fall colors, stopping whenever you like to really take in all that majestic beauty.

Autumn road trip possibilities in and around Eureka Springs are nearly endless. Many of the area’s scenic byways are absolutely stunning in fall. We suggest checking out the drive between highways 23 and 16 and highways 7 and 62, for starters.

Ozark National Forest in autumn — Ozark National Forest

Another good option is Scenic 7 Byway, one of the area’s – and the country’s – most popular fall drives. The 290 mile route, located in Ozark National Forest, just south of Eureka Springs, offers varied geography and scenic views.

Pig Trail Scenic Byway is also particularly brilliant in both spring and fall. Pig Trail is a 19 mile long tunnel of foliage that crosses the Mulberry River and the 165-mile Ozark Highlands Trail.

Pea Ridge National Military Park is another fine, fall destination. Visit the park and drive the self-guided tour to experience both the historic battlefield and the area’s amazing fall foliage.

Fall Foliage Hikes and Biking Trails

Scenic drives are great but there may be no better way to enjoy the Arkansas fall foliage than to simply get out in it. Luckily, both Beaver Lake and Eureka Springs are loaded with excellent hiking and mountain biking opportunities.

Whitaker Point, aka Hawksbill Crag, is considered the most romantic spot in the Arkansas. Come autumn, it’s also an incredible vantage point for viewing an absolute sea of fall colors. The moderately challenging, 2.7-mile round-trip hike on Whitaker Point Trail takes around 2 hours but pays off in fantastic, panoramic views.

Dogwood Canyon Nature Park is another worthy fall foliage destination. The park offers 10,000 acres hiking, biking, fishing, and exceptional views of the Ozark Mountains.

Hawksbill Crag in Autumn — Whitaker Point, aka Hawksbill Crag

Nearby Hobbs State Park is Arkansas largest state park with over 12,000 acres of dense Ozarks forest, Beaver Lake shoreline, bike trails, and walking paths. Be sure to check out the Visitor Center and Van Winkle Hollow, too.

Eureka Springs’ Lake Leatherwood City Park is another fun leaf-peeping destination. The popular park has picnic spots and lovely paths and trails for hiking and biking.

And More …

We’ve only touched on a few of the fall drives and hikes near our Beaver Lake AR cabins and suites. We didn’t even mention all the nearby shopping, dining and museums.

Nor did we talk about all the fun, fall season festivals. Things like the Bikes Blues and BBQ Weekend, Eureka Springs Oktoberfest, Corvette Weekend, War Eagle Craft Fair, the Original Ozark Folk Festival, and did I mention Halloween?

Is it any wonder that Eureka Springs is one of the best fall foliage getaways in the country. Come share it with us, on Beaver Lake, at Sugar Ridge Resort.