Fern Falls
Arkansas · 42-foot drop · Ozark-Saint Francis National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Fern Falls is a waterfall in Arkansas. It drops roughly 42 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fern Falls (this page) | — | 42 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Big Creek Cave Falls | 3 mi | 29 ft | — | — | — |
| Hudson Shelter Falls | 5 mi | 24 ft | — | — | — |
| Lonesome Hollow Falls | 7 mi | 47 ft | — | — | — |
| Stepp Creek Falls | 7 mi | 12 ft | — | — | — |
| Cub Hollow Falls | 7 mi | 39 ft | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Fern 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 Fern Falls?
Fern Falls is 42 feet (12.8 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Fern Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Fern Falls 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 Fern Falls?
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 Fern Falls?
No entrance fee. Ozark-Saint Francis National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Fern Falls from a major city?
Fern Falls is 4 miles from Wayton (about 6 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.8975, -93.1925
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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