Cougar Falls
Arkansas · 77-foot drop · Leatherwood Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Cougar Falls is a waterfall in Arkansas. It drops roughly 77 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cougar Falls (this page) | — | 77 ft | — | Y | Free |
| China Falls | 0 mi | 68 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Little Glory Hole | 1 mi | 18 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Crosscut Falls | 1 mi | 53 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Tassel Spring Falls | 2 mi | 44 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Three Springs Falls | 3 mi | 14 ft | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Cougar Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Cougar Falls?
Cougar Falls is 77 feet (23.5 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Cougar Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Cougar Falls is inside Leatherwood Wilderness. 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 Cougar Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Leatherwood Wilderness 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 Cougar Falls?
No entrance fee. Leatherwood Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Cougar Falls from a major city?
Cougar Falls is 3 miles from Big Flat (about 5 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
36.0406, -92.3768
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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