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Natural Falls State Park
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Natural Falls State Park © Doug Wertman from Rogers, AR, USA / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The Natural Falls at Natural Falls State Park in Eastern Oklahoma.
Natural Falls State Park © Doug Wertman from Rogers, AR, USA / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Scenes from Natural Falls State Park near Colcord, OK. Taken April 2012.
Natural Falls State Park © Doug Wertman from Rogers, AR, USA / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Scenes from Natural Falls State Park near Colcord, OK. Taken April 2012.
Natural Falls State Park © Paul and Jill / CC BY 2.0
Natural Falls State Park © Doug Wertman from Rogers, AR, USA / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Scenes from Natural Falls State Park near Colcord, OK. Taken April 2012.
Natural Falls State Park © Thomas Shahan / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Natural Falls, Oklahoma
Natural Falls State Park © Paul and Jill / CC BY 2.0
Natural Falls State Park © Doug Wertman from Rogers, AR, USA / CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Scenes from Natural Falls State Park near Colcord, OK. Taken April 2012.
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NATURAL FALLS STATE PARK
NATURAL FALLS STATE PARK
19225 East 578 Road
Colcord, Oklahoma   74338
(lat:36.1733 lon:-94.6683) map location

Phone: 918-422-5802
Email: park email button icon
Located near the Oklahoma/Arkansas border in the scenic Ozark Highlands region of northeast Oklahoma, Natural Falls State Park features a stunning 77-foot waterfall cascading through rock formations and creating a hidden, serene atmosphere at the bottom of a narrow V-shaped valley. A railed observation platform allows hikers to overlook the falls and another observation deck with seating is located at the foot of the falls offering two vantage points to enjoy one of the most scenic wonders in the state.

The Red Fern Reunion Center is available for group functions. Other amenities include four and 1/2 miles of hiking and nature trails, picnic shelter, volleyball, horseshoes, basketball court, catch and release fishing, playgrounds, an eighteen-hole disc golf course and a formal garden area. Pets are allowed on a leash only. Although swimming is not allowed in the park, there are several public swimming areas available within a short distance of the park.
Nature of the Area
Observe a variety of plant and animal life throughout the park. The waterfall creates a moist environment where ferns, mosses and liverworts thrive. The dense forest includes a canopy of maples, chinquapin and white oaks, while plants such as flowering dogwood, sassafras, coral berry, spicebush, redbud, and pawpaw blanket the cool forest floor.
History of the Area
The beautiful scenery looks familiar to many visitors because scenes from the 1974 movie, 'Where the Red Fern Grows' were filmed in the park.
Camping
Reservations must be made for RV and tent sites. A comfort station with showers is nearby.
Cottages
The four-person yurts have one queen-sized bed and one futon, while the six-person yurts have two sets of bunk beds, each with a queen and twin mattress. All mattresses are vinyl covered, and guests are welcome to bring their own linens or rent bedding from the park. Shower and restroom facilities are a short walk away, and portable lavatories are located adjacent to the yurts for convenience. Outside, each yurt offers a picnic table, charcoal barbecue grill, fire ring, deck and lantern hanger. Pets are welcome for an additional fee.


Location
Natural Falls State Park is located near Siloam Springs, Tahlequah and Springdale

Picnicking
Picnic tables and grills can be found throughout Natural Falls State Park.
Trails
1. Red Fern Nature Trail: This is a 0.5-mile trail that takes you through the forest and along the creek to an observation platform overlooking Natural Falls.

2. Dripping Springs Waterfall Loop: A popular, easy-to-navigate loop of about one mile in length, this path leads hikers directly to the park's main attraction - its stunning waterfall.

3. Ghost Coon Nature Trail: At approximately half a mile long, this trail offers scenic views of fern-filled valleys and towering trees while leading towards another viewing area for the falls.

4. Bear Track Nature Trail: An educational nature walk just under two miles long with interpretive signs detailing local wildlife species found within Natural Falls State Park.

5. Valley View Hiking Pathway: It's less than a quarter-mile but provides panoramic vistas over both sides of valley including view points from top edges near camping grounds.

6. Creek Bottom Walking Route: Less traveled route which follows stream bed at bottom part of canyon; it stretches around three quarters-of-a-mile offering close encounters with native flora & fauna.

7. Raccoon Run Fitness Course: Shorter yet challenging course measuring roughly third-quarter-of-a-mile designed specifically as outdoor fitness circuit amidst natural settings.

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Directions
Located 6 miles west of Siloam Springs, AR on Hwy 412 and 1/8 mile south of Hwy 412.

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