Waterfall Hikes Near Little Rock, AR

459,409 residents

Chicago Time Zone

3 Waterfalls

within 50 miles

Petit Jean State Park holds the fall worth the drive from Little Rock. Cedar Falls pours 95 feet down a canyon wall about an hour west on Interstate 40, and the two mile walk back out climbs 200 feet. Sausmann Falls goes an easy mile. Bridal Veil needs barely a third of a mile. The fifty mile circle from downtown catches just these three, every one open to dogs.

Located at 34.7256°N, -92.3577°W

Map of Waterfalls Near Little Rock

Pins are within 50 miles; hollow circles are day trips 50–100 miles out.

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🚗 Easy Waterfall Hikes Near Little Rock (2 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.

LiDAR

Sausmann Falls

26.4 miles away

Arkansas

Easy

1.0 miles Unknown

Bridal Veil Falls

49.9 miles away

Arkansas

Easy

0.3 miles Unknown

🐕 Dog-Friendly Waterfall Hikes Around Little Rock (3 waterfalls)

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

Cedar Falls

43.7 miles away

Arkansas

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

All 3 Waterfalls Near Little Rock

LiDAR

Sausmann Falls

26.4 miles away

Arkansas

Easy

1.0 miles Unknown

Cedar Falls

43.7 miles away

Arkansas

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Bridal Veil Falls

49.9 miles away

Arkansas

Easy

0.3 miles Unknown

🧭 Day Trips From Little Rock (6 waterfalls, 50–100 miles away)

Everything listed above is within 50 miles of Little Rock. Make a day of it and 6 more are within 100 miles. The closest is Bear Pen Falls, about 55 miles away, and the tallest is Falling Water Falls at 10 ft.

Distances are approximate, measured from the center of Little Rock; the drive is usually longer.

LiDAR

Bear Pen Falls

55.4 miles away

Arkansas

Moderate

2.0 miles Unknown

Bailey Falls

70.9 miles away

Arkansas

Moderate

2.0 miles 200 ft

Falling Water Falls

73.7 miles away

Arkansas

Drive Up

Unknown Unknown

Lay Falls

81.1 miles away

Arkansas

Unknown

Unknown Unknown

Spainhour Falls

90.6 miles away

Arkansas

Moderate

2.0 miles Unknown

Marble Falls

100 miles away

Arkansas

Drive Up

Unknown Unknown

Frequently Asked Questions About Waterfalls Near Little Rock

Are there free waterfalls near Little Rock?

There are 3 free waterfalls near Little Rock, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there easy waterfall hikes near Little Rock?

There are 2 easy waterfall hikes near Little Rock, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there dog friendly waterfalls in Little Rock?

There are 3 dog-friendly waterfalls near Little Rock, including Bridal Veil Falls.

Are there kid-friendly waterfalls near Little Rock?

There are 3 kid-friendly waterfalls near Little Rock, including Bridal Veil Falls.

What is the shortest waterfall hike near Little Rock?

The shortest waterfall hike near Little Rock is Bridal Veil Falls at 0.3 miles round trip.

How tall are the waterfalls near Little Rock?

The tallest waterfall near Little Rock is Cedar Falls at 95 feet.

Can I camp near the waterfalls around Little Rock?

Yes, 3 waterfalls near Little Rock have nearby campgrounds.

What is the closest waterfall to Little Rock?

The closest waterfall to Little Rock is Sausmann Falls, approximately 26.4 miles away.

What waterfalls are within a day trip of Little Rock?

Beyond the 3 waterfalls within 50 miles, 6 more are between 50 and 100 miles from Little Rock. The closest of those is Bear Pen Falls, approximately 55.4 miles away.