When fall begins to settle in the Nature State, we can soon expect an explosion of colorful foliage. Some trees have already teased a preview of what’s to come, but the full peak of color of Arkansas in the fall won’t be until the first part of November. This colorful background gives a whole new reason to visit the more forested waterfalls around the state. The fall foliage in Six Finger Falls in Arkansas, in particular, makes it an awesome place to visit in autumn. Let’s take a peek at what astounding colors await.

Every waterfall in Arkansas is stunning (and even more so during fall) but one of our favorites for the season is Six Finger Falls.
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The waterfall isn't particularly tall at only 6 feet. However, the 100-ft. wide creek has multiple cascades that create a beautiful landscape. Pair these with the surrounding trees and you have one picture-perfect waterfall to visit.
The whole family will be able to navigate the trail to Six Finger.
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No bushwhacking or backpacking is needed for today's fall. The out-and-back trail is under 200 yards away from the parking area. The trail is well-worn and quite family-friendly. Check out this map of the trek.

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The waterfall is photogenic year-round but there are a few things to consider when visiting this season.
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First, as with any waterfall in Arkansas, they're best the day after a good rain. And second, our peak fall color is expected to be around the first half of November. The colors are supposed to be bold because of our mild and wet summer. Take these factors into consideration and get your camera ready!
You won't be spending long hiking to this area but you're sure to lose time while taking in all the beauty.
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This whole area is downright mesmerizing with the changing colors. Six Finger Falls (and all of Richland Wilderness) is a perfect showcase of Arkansas' natural beauty.
Six Finger Falls isn't the only waterfall in the area either.
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If you're up for more hiking you can venture to Fuzzybutt Falls, Horsetail Falls, or Intersection Falls. Falling Water Falls (pictured) is also a short drive away. You could easily turn this waterfall excursion into a full fall getaway!

Whether you just visit Six Finger or explore a few more falls along the way, this area will an explosion of color in a few short weeks.

See how Six Finger Falls looks during every season:

We cannot wait to see all of your fall photos! Share your fall waterfalls 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. Be sure to check with AllTrails whenever you’re about to go hiking to make sure you have the best advice for routes and to download maps for offline use.

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Natural Attractions in Arkansas

William Suphan | August 02, 2023

What are the most beautiful places in Arkansas?

The most beautiful places in Arkansas include:

  • Kings River Falls Natural Area in Boston. The waterfalls here are famous for their beauty and they are surrounded by lush hardwood trees.
  • Slippery Hollow Natural Area near Lakeway. This lovely place spans 1,200 acres and has several beautiful oak species.
  • Longview Saline Natural Area in Fountain Hill. The soil here is loaded with sodium and magnesium which creates a unique ecosystem.
  • H. E. Flanagan Prairie Natural Area near Charleston. This is what is left of what was once 135,000 acres of prairie.

Find out more about the most beautiful places in Arkansas. 

What are the most incredible natural wonders in Arkansas?

The most incredible natural wonders in Arkansas include:

  • Crowley’s Ridge. This place has wildlife and foliage that is unique to this area and fossils are often found here.
  • Buffalo National River. This gorgeous river is lined with beautiful cliffs and there’s a Jumping Rock to dive from.
  • Mammoth Spring. This is the largest spring in the state and is a National Natural Landmark with truly amazing views.
  • Mystic Caverns and Crystal Dome. Arkansas has a ton of caves and these have more mineral formations per foot than any others.

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What are the most unique natural wonders in Arkansas?

The most unique natural wonders in Arkansas include:

  • Arkansas Sphinx. This is an otherworldly rock formation that looks like an Egyptian Sphinx in the Ozark National Forest.
  • Hot Springs National Park. There are over 40 springs that are geothermally heated with the water flowing out of the sandstone.
  • Arkansas Grand Canyon. This is the deepest canyon in the Ozarks and has some of the most stupendous views in the state.
  • Bull Shoals Caverns. This living cave was formed over 350 million years ago and is one of the oldest in the world.

Learn more about the most unique natural wonders in Arkansas. 

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