Copperhead Falls
A 13 ft Indian Creek cascade that turns into a roaring wall of water after heavy rain.
- Height
- 13 ft
- Type
- Cascade
- District
- Middle
- Round trip
- 4.4 mi
- Difficulty
- Strenuous
- Best season
- Spring
- Est. time
- ~3.5 hr
- Flow-dependent
- Yes
- Pet friendly
- No
- Coordinates
- 36.02993, -93.28765
Current conditions
- Rain 24h
- 0.00″
- Rain 72h
- 0.00″
- Rain 7d
- 1.67″
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Buffalo National River, Middle District
Copperhead Falls sits along the Indian Creek drainage within the Buffalo National River, accessible via the Indian Creek Trail from the Steel Creek area. A satisfying 13 ft cascade that runs strong after heavy rain — when the creek is really up, it transforms into an impressive roaring wall of water rather than a distinct plunge. Shares the same location as Tunnel Cave Falls (aka Arkansas Cave Falls) — together they make one of the most rewarding short waterfall hikes on the entire river. Difficult bushwhack-style approach. Dogs not permitted (NPS rules).
Getting there
Trailhead: Copperhead Falls, Indian Creek Canyon (off the Indian Creek route) (36.02993, -93.28765). Coordinates are researched references — verify with a map app before driving.
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