Falling Water Road

Total Miles
15.3

Technical Rating

1

Easy

Best Time

Spring, Summer

Trail Type

Full-Width Road

Accessible By

Trail Overview

Falling Water Road is a relaxing dirt road that runs along the eastern border of the Richland Creek Wilderness Area, and also follows Falling Water Creek. The most photographed waterfall in Arkansas, Falling Water Falls, is located at the southernmost point of the route. You can expect to find over a dozen different waterfalls of varying sizes along Falling Water Creek, as well as abundant dispersed camping sites next to the creek.

Photos of Falling Water Road

Falling Water Road
Falling Water Road

Difficulty

Smooth dirt and rock road with gentle grades.

Technical Rating

1

Falling Water Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High-Clearance 4x4
  • SUV

Access Description

Starting from Sand Gap, Arkansas, travel 9.9 miles eastbound on Highway 16. Turn left on County Road 68 for 2.5 miles to the trailhead start.

Falling Water Road Map

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