Waterfall Hikes Near Cottonwood, OK

101 residents
Chicago Time Zone
19 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Looking for the best waterfalls to hike near Cottonwood? There are 19 waterfall hiking trails within a 50-mile radius of Cottonwood. These trails range from easy to moderate difficulty, providing options for both casual hikers and experienced adventurers looking to explore the region's natural beauty.

Located at 34.5540°N, -96.2038°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Cottonwood

Today's Conditions

Live data from USGS gauges & National Weather Service

Water Flow

19 of 19 gauged

19 waterfalls near Cottonwood have live flow data today

Bear Falls Moderate Cave Island Falls Moderate Garfield Falls Moderate Little Niagara Falls Moderate Lost Falls Moderate Panther Falls Moderate Pebble Falls Moderate Travertine Falls Moderate Sycamore Falls Moderate Big Falls Barely Flowing Cheadle Falls Barely Flowing Bridal Veil Falls Barely Flowing Classen Falls Barely Flowing Lick Creek Falls Barely Flowing Price Falls Barely Flowing Turner Falls Barely Flowing Cedar Falls Barely Flowing Rock Creek Falls Barely Flowing Slippery Falls Barely Flowing

Updated about 1 hour ago via USGS

Best Day to Hike

Wednesday

Sunny · 94°F

Fri 99°F Sunny
Sat 98°F Sunny
Sun 95°F Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
Mon 94°F Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Tue 94°F Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Wed 94°F Sunny Best
Thu 95°F Sunny

Flowing best right now near Cottonwood

Updated about 2 hours ago

Ranked by live stream-gauge flow versus each waterfall's seasonal normal.

  1. 1 Sycamore Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 31st percentile
  2. 2 Travertine Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 31st percentile
  3. 3 Pebble Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 31st percentile
  4. 4 Panther Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 31st percentile
  5. 5 Lost Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 31st percentile
  6. 6 Little Niagara Falls Moderate · 14 cfs 31st percentile

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Cottonwood (4 waterfalls)

Easy access waterfalls are drive-up or short-walk friendly. Perfect for families, casual visitors, or anyone who loves waterfalls but is "so-so" about hiking.

Slippery Falls waterfall

Slippery Falls

45 miles away
Oklahoma
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Cottonwood (13 waterfalls)

Bring your four-legged friend along! These waterfalls welcome dogs on their trails.

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

17.9 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cheadle Falls

36.6 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Little Niagara Falls waterfall

Little Niagara Falls

24.5 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

All 19 Waterfalls Near Cottonwood

Rock Creek Falls waterfall

Rock Creek Falls

17.9 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Big Falls waterfall

Big Falls

37.6 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Cheadle Falls

36.6 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Slippery Falls waterfall

Slippery Falls

45 miles away
Oklahoma
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Little Niagara Falls waterfall

Little Niagara Falls

24.5 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Bear Falls waterfall

Bear Falls

24.3 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Cave Island Falls waterfall

Cave Island Falls

24.5 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Sycamore Falls waterfall

Sycamore Falls

24.5 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Lost Falls waterfall

Lost Falls

24.6 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.0 miles 200 ft
Garfield Falls waterfall

Garfield Falls

24.6 miles away
Oklahoma
Easy
1.0 miles 150 ft
Pebble Falls waterfall

Pebble Falls

24.4 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Panther Falls waterfall

Panther Falls

24.2 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Travertine Falls waterfall

Travertine Falls

23.9 miles away
Oklahoma
Easy
0.4 miles 80 ft

Price Falls

21.9 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Classen Falls waterfall

Classen Falls

18 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft
Turner Falls waterfall

Turner Falls

20.2 miles away
Oklahoma
Easy
0.6 miles 150 ft
Bridal Veil Falls waterfall

Bridal Veil Falls

20.2 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Lick Creek Falls

18.1 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
3.0 miles 300 ft
Cedar Falls waterfall

Cedar Falls

28.7 miles away
Oklahoma
Moderate
2.4 miles 350 ft

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Cottonwood

Are there free waterfalls near Cottonwood?

There are 7 free waterfalls near Cottonwood, including Cedar Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Cottonwood?

There are 4 easy waterfall hikes near Cottonwood, including Garfield Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Cottonwood?

There are 13 dog-friendly waterfalls near Cottonwood, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Cottonwood?

There are 15 kid-friendly waterfalls near Cottonwood, including Bear Falls.

Can you swim in any waterfalls near Cottonwood?

There are 3 waterfalls that allow swimming near Cottonwood, including Little Niagara Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Cottonwood?

The shortest waterfall hike near Cottonwood is Bear Falls at 0.4 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Cottonwood?

The tallest waterfall near Cottonwood is Turner Falls at 77 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Cottonwood?

Yes, 19 waterfalls near Cottonwood have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Cottonwood?

The closest waterfall to Cottonwood is Rock Creek Falls, approximately 18.8 miles away.

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