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Fern Falls

Newton County, Arkansas

Your visit at a glance

Waterfall height
42 ft (12.8 m)
Location
Newton County, Arkansas
Access status
Route documented; permitted parking unconfirmed
The walk
About 1.4 miles round trip
Ground & access
Mud, small creek crossings and narrow cliff-edge paths. Base access adds a creek crossing and steep scrambling; upper viewing also has exposed edges.
Visitor source and access details

The unmarked route begins behind the Scenic 7 Byway sign just over eleven miles south of Jasper. It descends an old road trace to Shop Creek and the falls. The current guide reports a nearby no-parking sign, so the older roadside-parking advice is not treated as permission.

Plan your visit

Unofficial trail behind Scenic 7 Byway sign

The May 2026 firsthand guide gives 1.4 miles out-and-back. A permitted parking start still needs confirmation.

Mud, small creek crossings and narrow cliff-edge paths. Base access adds a creek crossing and steep scrambling; upper viewing also has exposed edges.

Where to start

Unconfirmed. The May 2026 account reports no formal parking and a nearby no-parking sign. Do not assume the grassy area or neighboring dirt roads allow parking.

Timing & water

Check current access and conditions before travel; the reviewed source does not establish a reliable visiting season.

Before you go

Fees, permits and reservation requirements for this visit have not been confirmed; check with the land manager.

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More waterfalls nearby

Within 40 straight-line miles. Road and trail distances will differ.

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Waterfall location

Newton County, Arkansas.

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