Things To Do in Heber Springs, Arkansas

When you stay at Red Apple Inn, there’s never a shortage of activities to take part in! There are several opportunities right outside your hotel room door, including golf, swimming, tennis, fitness center, and spa. Our hotel in Heber Springs is nestled in the foothills of the Arkansas Ozarks Mountain Range and surrounded by pristine Greers Ferry Lake, offering natural beauty and tons to do in the area.

Book your stay at Red Apple Inn, then get started planning your itinerary from the many activities below:

Golf Swim Tennis Pickleball Fitness Center Fish Boat Shop Hike Bike

Golf

Red Apple Inn offers one of the best golf experiences in Arkansas with a par 71, 6,018-yard course designed for both amateurs and experts. Our 18-hole championship course features stunning hilltop views and tree-lined corridors. In 2006, the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette voted Hole #2 “Most Scenic Hole in Arkansas.” Novices can take lessons from our resident golf pro, and equipment is available in our Pro Shop.

As a founding member of the Natural State Golf Trail, our natural beauty and year-round mild climate make us a haven for golfers. The 15 courses on The Natural State Golf Trail will challenge your game and embed themselves in your memory banks for seasons to come.

Swim

Swimming is the perfect way to cool off during the high summer temperatures in Arkansas. Practice your breaststroke, splash around, or bask in the sun at our property’s two sparkling outdoor swimming pools. On your leisurely walk down to the Inn Pool, stop and take in our beautiful waterfall.

A short drive from Red Apple Inn takes you to Isle Harbor Pool, located near the lake and marina. With Greers Ferry Lake just around the corner, there are several great swimming areas at the Corp parks. Greers Ferry Lake also has several locations where you can dive and explore the natural clear waters of the Ozarks.

Tennis

Grab your racket and head to one of our lighted, plexi-paved tennis courts. Singles, doubles, adults, and children are all welcome to take advantage of what our courts have to offer! Check in with the front desk to use the lighted courts—no reservations required!

Pickleball

Pick up your paddle and head to one of our pickleball courts. We now have 1 combo pickle/tennis court and 4 pickleball courts. For singles, doubles, adults, and children, our courts are perfect for everyone! Simply check in with the Pro Shop during regular hours or the Front Desk after hours to use the courts.

Fitness Center

Our state-of-the-art fitness center welcomes guests 12 and older. It offers a variety of exercise equipment, two steam rooms, and a whirlpool. You can also enjoy a Swedish massage, Therapeutic massage, Myofascial release, or Deep tissue massage. For appointments with our massage therapists, please ask the front desk for contact information.

Fish

If you want to cast a line, Red Apple Inn is located just minutes away from Greers Ferry Lake and the Little Red River. Both are famous for excellent sport fishing!

Greers Ferry Lake, spanning 34,500 acres, is one of Arkansas’ top fisheries. Many anglers visit for walleye fishing, as the area is home to a world-record catch. The lake hosts an annual national walleye tournament. Anglers can also find largemouth and smallmouth bass, hybrid bass, lake trout, crappie, and bream.

Anglers love the Little Red River for its abundant trout, which local authorities regularly stock in the stream. It is home to the world record 40-pound, 4-ounce brown trout. Expert guides are available for trout fishing and smallmouth bass fishing. Several public access areas offer ideal spots for fly fishing.

Boat

If you feel like getting out on the water, Greers Ferry Lake is the perfect place to slip away for a day and explore. Three miles from Red Apple Inn, there is a full-service marina offering rental boats and personal watercraft.

The Little Red River is generally a good year-round float. However, its condition depends on the powerhouse’s generation periods at Greers Ferry Dam. When water is released, the river becomes swift and dangerous—only experienced boaters should float it during this time. After generation ceases, it turns into a peaceful stream with gentle pools and shoals.

Shop

While Red Apple Inn’s Pro Shop does offer everything a golfer might need, don’t let the “Pro Shop” in our name fool you. We also carry beautiful gifts and jewelry, as well as souvenirs and active sportswear. Our Gift Shop staff will be happy to create a custom gift basket for any occasion.

Explore numerous gift shops, clothing boutiques, and antique stores around the historic town square. Heber Springs also boasts many shopping outlets within a short drive. Aromatique is famous for its beautiful gifts and scented products. Don’t miss Panache, known for its delicious small-batch toffees like Southern Pecan and Molé.

Hike

Heber Springs’ trails offer friends and families an inexpensive activity to enjoy nature while spending quality time together. Close to Red Apple Inn are several forest trails for hiking and taking in the gorgeous views. They include Collins Creek Trail (1.2 miles), Bridal Veil/Cornelius Falls Trail (0.6 miles), Mossy Bluff National Nature Trail (1.8 miles), and Sugarloaf Mountain Trail (1.3 miles).

Bike

Whether you enjoy mountain biking in the forest or gliding on pavement near town, there is a biking trail for everyone! Arkansas’ world-class terrain provides a route to fun and adventure for bicyclists and cyclists. You can ride here year-round, and the trails cater to all levels.

Some of Heber Springs’ most popular biking trails include the Historic Railroad Bikeway and Pedestrian Walkway (1.2 miles), Levy Spur Trail (1.8 miles), Sulphur Creek Trail (0.5 miles), Tucker Creek Trail (2.3 miles), Garlinghouse Trail (0.5 miles), and Josh Park Memorial Trail (1.3 miles).

Experience Comfort and Adventure at Red Apple Inn

Book your stay at Red Apple Inn and experience the perfect blend of comfort and recreation. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy both relaxation and adventure that our resort in Heber Springs has to offer!