Shady Lake Cascade
Arkansas · 27-foot drop · Ouachita National Forest · Last verified 2026-05-15
Shady Lake Cascade is a waterfall in Arkansas. It drops roughly 27 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shady Lake Cascade (this page) | — | 27 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Trailhead Falls | 3 mi | 21 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Katy Falls | 4 mi | 12 ft | — | — | — |
| Blaylock Creek Falls | 6 mi | 31 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Winding Staircase | 7 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Little Missouri Falls | 8 mi | — | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Shady Lake Cascade
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 Shady Lake Cascade?
Shady Lake Cascade is 27 feet (8.2 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Shady Lake Cascade in a national or state park?
Yes — Shady Lake Cascade is inside Ouachita 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 Shady Lake Cascade?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Ouachita 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 Shady Lake Cascade?
No entrance fee. Ouachita National Forest is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Shady Lake Cascade from a major city?
Shady Lake Cascade is 12 miles from Board Camp (about 18 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
34.3594, -94.0281
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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