10 Best Waterfalls in Oklahoma (2026 Updated)
Of the 26 named waterfalls in Oklahoma, these 10 earn the strongest visitor ratings, led by Little Niagara Falls, Panther Falls, and Presbyterian Falls. The list spans the Arbuckle Mountains, Ouachita Mountains, and Ozark Plateau and Green Country.
How We Picked
We ranked the 8 publicly accessible Oklahoma waterfalls with at least five Google reviews by a weighted rating that balances score against review volume, so a 4.9 from a dozen reviewers counts for less than a 4.8 from thousands. Remaining spots go to falls with documented USGS history. Every waterfall links to a full page with coordinates, maps and nearby falls.
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1. Little Niagara Falls
Sulphur, OK · Murray County · Arbuckle Mountains
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.7-star Google rating and is the 2nd most reviewed in the state, with 475 reviews. 81% of reviewers give it five stars. Google's listing sums it up as: "22-acre woodland with trails & a popular waterfall offering a large pool & shallow drop." The USGS gazetteer describes it as: 1/4 mi NE of Cave Island Falls on Travertine Creek. It is one of 20 named falls in the Arbuckle Mountains region. Cave Island Falls is only 0.2 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Sulphur, about 1.0 miles to the west.
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2. Panther Falls
Sulphur, OK · Murray County · Arbuckle Mountains
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.9-star Google rating and is the 4th most reviewed in the state, with 19 reviews. The USGS gazetteer describes it as: 1/4 mi NW of Pebble Falls on Travertine Creek. It is one of 20 named falls in the Arbuckle Mountains region. Pebble Falls is only 0.2 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. It is right in Sulphur.
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3. Presbyterian Falls
Broken Bow, OK · McCurtain County · Ouachita Mountains
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.3-star Google rating and is the 5th most reviewed in the state, with 19 reviews. Reviews most often mention secluded spot, hiking, driving, and fishing. It is one of 3 named falls in the Ouachita Mountains region. The nearest town is Broken Bow, about 7.1 miles to the southwest.
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4. Lick Creek Falls
Davis, OK · Murray County · Arbuckle Mountains
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.1-star Google rating and is the 6th most reviewed in the state, with 7 reviews. It is one of 20 named falls in the Arbuckle Mountains region. Classen Falls is only 1.6 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Davis, about 5.3 miles to the northeast.
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5. Slippery Falls
Tishomingo, OK · Johnston County · Arbuckle Mountains
Why it made the list
It holds a 4.0-star Google rating and is the 8th most reviewed in the state, with 5 reviews. Reviews most often mention public. It is one of 20 named falls in the Arbuckle Mountains region. The nearest town is Tishomingo, about 4.8 miles to the south.
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6. Turner Falls
Davis, OK · Murray County · Arbuckle Mountains
Why it made the list
It is the most reviewed waterfall in Oklahoma, holding 4.1 stars across 2,526 Google reviews. Google's listing sums it up as: "Wide, 77-ft. waterfalls plunging into a natural swimming pool, with campsites & snack bars nearby." Reviews most often mention zip line, caves, life jackets, and cabins. It is one of 20 named falls in the Arbuckle Mountains region. Bridal Veil Falls is only under 0.1 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Davis, about 5.7 miles to the north.
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7. Price Falls
Davis, OK · Murray County · Arbuckle Mountains
Why it made the list
It holds a 3.8-star Google rating and is the 3rd most reviewed in the state, with 21 reviews. Reviews most often mention private place. It is one of 20 named falls in the Arbuckle Mountains region. Turner Falls is only 2.4 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Davis, about 5.5 miles to the north.
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8. McSpadden Falls
Tahlequah, OK · Cherokee County · Ozark Plateau and Green Country
Why it made the list
It holds a 3.0-star Google rating and is the 7th most reviewed in the state, with 6 reviews. Older records also call it McFadden Falls. It is one of 3 named falls in the Ozark Plateau and Green Country region. The nearest town is Tahlequah, about 5.0 miles to the southwest.
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9. Garfield Falls
Sulphur, OK · Murray County · Arbuckle Mountains
Why it made the list
The USGS gazetteer describes it as: 250 ft SW of Lost Falls on Travertine Creek. It is one of 20 named falls in the Arbuckle Mountains region. Lost Falls is only under 0.1 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Sulphur, about 0.8 miles to the northwest.
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10. Bear Falls
Sulphur, OK · Murray County · Arbuckle Mountains
Why it made the list
The USGS gazetteer describes it as: In the Travertine Creek. It is one of 20 named falls in the Arbuckle Mountains region. Cave Island Falls is only 0.2 miles away, so the two are easy to pair in one outing. The nearest town is Sulphur, about 0.8 miles to the west.
When to Visit Oklahoma's Waterfalls
Spring is the most dependable season. Oklahoma's rainfall peaks in late spring, typically May and June, and creeks across the Ouachitas and Ozarks run best from March through early June. Rain-fed falls in those regions often dry up or slow to a trickle by midsummer, as July and August bring intense heat and frequent drought. The Arbuckle falls are the exception, since springs keep Travertine Creek and Honey Creek flowing through most summers, though prolonged drought can reduce them. Summer is peak swimming season at Turner Falls and the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, with heavy weekend crowds. Fall brings milder weather and color in the eastern forests. Winter is quiet, with occasional ice storms that can close rural roads.
Before You Go
Land management varies by site. Turner Falls is in a city-owned park run by the City of Davis, with heavy seasonal crowds. The Travertine Creek falls are in the Chickasaw National Recreation Area, managed by the National Park Service. Many Ouachita falls sit in the Ouachita National Forest or on private land, and several Ozark falls are on private property, so check access before going. Flash flooding is the most important hazard: Oklahoma is prone to severe thunderstorms, and narrow creek valleys in the Arbuckles can flood rapidly. Wet travertine and limestone are slippery, and cliff jumping and climbing around falls lead to injuries. Summer heat is severe, ticks and chiggers are common, and venomous snakes live in rocky areas.
Read our waterfall safety rules and packing list before heading out.
Explore More Oklahoma Waterfalls
See all 26 waterfalls in the Oklahoma waterfall guide, or browse by town: Sulphur, Broken Bow, Davis, Tishomingo, Tahlequah.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best waterfall in Oklahoma?
Little Niagara Falls tops our 2026 list, with a 4.7-star rating from 475 Google reviews. It is near Sulphur in Murray County.
How was this list made?
We ranked the 8 publicly accessible Oklahoma waterfalls with at least five Google reviews by a weighted rating that balances score against review volume, so a 4.9 from a dozen reviewers counts for less than a 4.8 from thousands. Remaining spots go to falls with documented USGS history.
How many waterfalls are in Oklahoma?
Our directory lists 26 named waterfalls in Oklahoma. See them all, sorted by town, in the Oklahoma waterfall guide.
What makes the waterfalls in the Arbuckle Mountains different?
Many are built from travertine, a limestone deposited by mineral-rich spring water. This creates rounded ledges and natural dams, and the spring flow keeps falls such as those on Travertine Creek running through most summers.