Posted in Arkansas
August 19, 2018
The Ultimate Bucket List For Anyone In Arkansas Who Loves Waterfall Hikes
Nothing beats the plethora of waterfalls residing in the Natural State. It would take a lifetime to visit every single one but there’s some that just cannot be missed. From the largest to the most unique, we’ve complied the ultimate waterfall bucket list that every Arkansan needs to take.
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You knew it'd have to be on the list. Hemmed-In Hollow Falls is the tallest waterfall between Appalachia and the Rockies. You can either take about a 5-mile hike on land or cut off a few hours by paddling in and then hiking the remaining 1/2 mile. For more details on the hike, click right here.
These back-to-back falls do have a name dispute. To waterfall chasers they're known as Mama, Papa, and Baby Bear Falls. However, you may be more familiar with the kayaker's nomenclature of Sidewinder's Falls and V-Slot Falls. Regardless of what they're called, this trio of falls is quite a treat for only 3.2 miles of hiking. For more details on the hike, click right here.
Fuzzybutt earned its name when Tim Ernst (the creator of the waterfall chaser's bible, Arkansas Waterfalls) was documenting the waterfall and typically takes a picture of himself near the falls for record keeping. At this particular falls he decided to take a full moon shot. The National Park service tagged the photo as obscene and his rear was blurred out of the picture, which lead to the waterfall being dubbed Fuzzybutt. For more details on the hike, click right here.
Reaching the Glory Hole is a fairly easy downhill 1.8-mile hike, which means the way back is all uphill. Glory Hole Falls is one of the more unique waterfalls in the state since it's one of the few to have water flowing through the bluff instead of over it. For more details on the hike, click right here.
The hike around Haw Creek Falls actually takes you to two neighboring waterfalls, Pam's Grotto and Pack Rat Falls. All three are gorgeous sights are under three miles to reach. For more details on the hike, click right here.
Depending on recent rains Twin Falls is also known as Triple Falls. On the sign, you’ll find "Twin Falls," so do remember that. This gorgeous waterfall is located in the Buffalo National River area near Camp Orr, which is near Harrison. The hike to the falls is a pretty quick and super enjoyable walk. For more details on the hike, click right here.
After exploring Blanchard Springs Cavern (which should definitely be on everyone's cave bucket list), follow the trail outside to reach the beautiful Mirror Lake Falls. The 1.7-mile loop is great for young waterfall enthusiasts. For more details on the hike, click right here.
One of the most beautiful features at Lake Catherine State Park is Falls Creek Falls. Everyone can take on the 1.6-mile loop to reach the falls and it's simply gorgeous year-round. For more details on the hike, click right here.
Hikers, kayakers, and waterfall chasers can all agree that the Cossatot River is a must-visit. If you're not up for paddling through the rapids, the mile hike along the river is still satisfying. For more details on the hike, click right here.
Another fantastic trail that the family can all take on is the Kings River Falls Trail. The hike is 1.8 miles but you could easily spend the whole day swimming in the waterfall-fed pool. For more details on the hike, click right here.
These ten waterfalls are great trips for your bucket list but we would love to hear which falls you would add to it! Share your must-visits with us in the comments below and add your photos to 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.
If you’d like to work towards visiting every waterfall in Arkansas, you should start in the county with over 100 falls.
