Panther Bluff Falls
Howard County, Arkansas
Your visit at a glance
- Waterfall height
- 31 ft (9.5 m)
- Location
- Howard County, Arkansas
- Access status
- Parking and current approach unconfirmed
- The walk
- Walking distance not confirmed
- Ground & access
- Steep ground that becomes slippery after rain. The historical program describes using a rope; an installed or inspected rope is not confirmed, and the descent is not presented here as an established safe trail.
Arkansas public television documented Panther Bluff Falls near Dierks and the Saline River, just below the road. The visit shows that short distance does not mean easy footing: the presenters describe a steep, slippery descent. Current permitted parking and a safe walking approach remain unconfirmed.
Plan your visit
Short but steep roadside descent near Dierks Lake
The reviewed source does not establish a measured route from parking to this waterfall.
Steep ground that becomes slippery after rain. The historical program describes using a rope; an installed or inspected rope is not confirmed, and the descent is not presented here as an established safe trail.
Where to start
A permitted parking location for visiting this waterfall has not been confirmed.
Timing & water
The 2012 visit describes flow mainly in winter or after substantial rain.
Before you go
Fees, permits and reservation requirements for this visit have not been confirmed; check with the land manager.
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