This Easy Fall Hike In Arkansas Is Under 2 Miles And You’ll Love Every Step You Take
Don’t dismiss Lake Catherine State Park as a summer-only vacation spot. The beloved Falls Branch Trail in the park is simply breathtaking in the fall. There’s no better short and sweet trail to hit if you’re on fall break or just needing a quick forest getaway. Let’s pack up the family and take a small fall adventure to Hot Springs.
Lake Catherine State Park is a favorite for summer getaways but it's not the only time you should visit the park.
The beloved park is also a fantastic place to visit after the leaves have changed color in autumn. This year the best time to visit will be early November. Lake Catherine is located at 1200 Catherine Park Rd., Hot Springs, AR 71913.
The lake is positively glowing when it's highlighted by all the fall color.
The 1.6-mile loop does have some elevation gain but is a good hike for just about everyone. Kids will love the footbridges and suspension bridge along the way.
There's nothing more stunning (or fun to say) than the 10-ft. tall Falls Creek Fall in fall.
The crisp fall air and beautiful color will entice you to stay a night or two. If you would like to book an overnight stay, visit this site.
We would love to see your fall photos of the Falls Branch Trail in our Facebook Group, Arkansas Nature Lovers. You should join for your chance to be featured and to discover why there’s nothing better than Arkansas’ stunning nature. Tell us what your favorite fall hikes are in the comments below!
Arkansas native, Carol Ann Carson, has written for OnlyInYourState for three years now. She resides in Western Arkansas' Mountain Frontier but calls NWA home as well. The graduate of University of Arkansas - Fort Smith, Carol Ann earned her B.A. in English and will soon be pursing her M.A. in Library Science. She loves exploring the trails around the Buffalo National River and has yet to find a waterfall that wasn't her favorite.
