Big Shoal Cascade
Arkansas · 8-foot drop · Ozark-Saint Francis National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Big Shoal Cascade is a waterfall in Arkansas. It drops roughly 8 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Big Shoal Cascade (this page) | — | 8 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Wildman Twin Falls | 2 mi | 43 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Hardy Falls | 3 mi | 8 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Mt Magazine Falls | 6 mi | 28 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Mt Magazine Cascade | 7 mi | 98 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lori Falls | 7 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Big Shoal Cascade
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How tall is Big Shoal Cascade?
Big Shoal Cascade is 8 feet (2.4 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Big Shoal Cascade in a national or state park?
Yes — Big Shoal Cascade is inside Ozark-Saint Francis National Forest. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Big Shoal Cascade?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Ozark-Saint Francis National Forest permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Big Shoal Cascade?
No entrance fee. Ozark-Saint Francis National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Big Shoal Cascade from a major city?
Big Shoal Cascade is 6 miles from Havana (about 9 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.1950, -93.5439
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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