Magnolia Falls is a 26-foot waterfall tucked inside a hidden grotto in the Upper Buffalo Wilderness of the Ozark National Forest, near Deer, Arkansas. The trail is roughly 2.1 miles round trip with a short steeper scramble to the base of the falls.
At 26 ft, it stands above roughly 17% of the 775 documented falls in this guide.
Magnolia Falls sits on Cassiatt Branch (Upper Buffalo Wilderness). You'll find it in Newton, Arkansas. It is protected within Ozark National Forest - Upper Buffalo Wilderness (USFS).
This is a moderate hike waterfall: a longer day hike, roughly one to several miles each way. Plan for a moderate hike; sturdy shoes, water, and a little time on the trail are worth bringing. The walk to the main viewpoint runs about 2.1 miles round trip. Base a visit out of Deer, the closest town.
When to go: Spring (March-May) after rain. Expect the strongest flow in spring and after big storms, with a quieter trickle by late summer; confirm current conditions with the land manager before committing to the drive.
