Hammerschmidt Falls
Arkansas · 43-foot drop · Ponca Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Hammerschmidt Falls is a waterfall in Arkansas. It drops roughly 43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hammerschmidt Falls (this page) | — | 43 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Tunnel Cave Falls | 1 mi | 31 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Copperhead Falls | 1 mi | 13 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Triple Falls | 3 mi | 48 ft | — | — | — |
| Fishtrap Hollow Falls | 3 mi | 83 ft | — | — | — |
| Hemmed-In-Hollow Falls | 4 mi | 209 ft | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Hammerschmidt 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 Hammerschmidt Falls?
Hammerschmidt Falls is 43 feet (13.1 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Hammerschmidt Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Hammerschmidt Falls is inside Ponca 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 Hammerschmidt Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Ponca 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 Hammerschmidt Falls?
No entrance fee. Ponca Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Hammerschmidt Falls from a major city?
Hammerschmidt Falls is 4 miles from Ponca (about 6 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
36.0222, -93.2880
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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