Kings River Falls
Sheridan, Arkansas
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35°53'40.3"N 93°35'6.4"W Maps | Directions |
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Hike and Swim
Kings River Falls is a incredibly unique waterfall near Sheridan, Arkansas. The waterfall descends sharply from a red shelf that stretches over the pool below. The waterfall looks different at different points of the year, sometimes roaring from the whole shelf and sometimes trickling only from a few points. At any time of year this view is worth the hike.
The hike to Kings River Falls is two miles round trip, with the trailhead being directly by the parking lot. The trail is an easy to moderate trail, accomplishable by most hikers. The hike follows Mitchell Creek and then Kings River up to the falls, making the entire hike full of beautiful views. With the falls being the halfway point it is the perfect place to stop and enjoy the views as well as the cool water. The water pooling by the waterfall is the perfect place to stop and take a swim. This unique swimming experience will be one worth remembering. Swimmers swim at their own risk and should be cautious while swimming.
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Hike Kings River Falls | Buffalo Outdoor Center
An almost 2 mile trail that features a waterfall and is good for all skill levels. Bring your dog and enjoy the scenery!
https://www.buffaloriver.com/hiking/kings-river-falls/Kings River Falls Natural Area
Kings River Falls Natural Area is located at the interface of the Springfield Plateau and Boston Mountains subdivisions of the Ozark Mountains. The natural area includes more than 3 miles of the Kings River with Kings River Falls being a focal point. Kings River is a clear mountain stream originating east of Boston in Madison County. The river flows for about 50 miles through Madison and Carroll Counties, eventually merging with Osage Creek before it flows into Table Rock Reservoir. A mixed hardwood forest covers the slopes and ridges of the natural area, with scattered pockets of shortleaf pine. Steep rocky slopes, sandstone bluffs, and rocky banks characterized the corridor along the river. A diverse and colorful shrub community borders the stream.
https://www.arkansasheritage.com/arkansas-natural-heritage/naturalareas/find-a-natural-area/kings-river-falls-natural-areaSwimmingHoles.info Arkansas Swimming Holes and Hot Springs rivers creek springs falls hiking camping
THE web site for beautiful, natural places for a cool dip or hot soak.
https://www.swimmingholes.org/ar.htmlBe courteous, informed, and prepared. Read trailhead guidelines, stay on the trail, and don't feed the wildlife.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Sheridan, Arkansas
- Head north on US-167 BUS/
Rock St toward E Bell St (2.5 mi) - Keep right to continue on US-167 BUS (318 ft)
- Merge onto US-167 N (17.9 mi)
- Keep left at the fork, follow signs for I-530 N/
US-65 N/ US-167 N/ Little Rock and merge onto I-530 N/ US-167 N/ US-65 N (10.1 mi) - Take the exit on the left onto I-30 E/
US-167 N/ US-65 N toward Downtown/ Little Rock (4.7 mi) - Take exit 143A on the left to merge onto I-40 W/
US-65 N toward Fort Smith Continue to follow I-40 W(89.5 mi) - Take exit 64 to merge onto US-64 W/
E Main St toward Lamar (5.7 mi) - Turn right onto AR-21 N (28.1 mi)
- Turn left onto AR-16 W (10.7 mi)
- Turn right onto Madison 3605 (1.1 mi)
- Slight left onto Madison 3500 (4.3 mi)
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