Dingmans Falls In Pennsylvania Will Soon Be Surrounded By Beautiful Fall Colors
By Beth Price-Williams|Updated on August 03, 2023(Originally published October 09, 2019)
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
Can you think of anything more beautiful in nature than a waterfall? How about a waterfall framed in the brilliant colors of fall? Unfortunately, the fall foliage doesn’t stick around forever, so we’ve got a limited time to admire the vibrant landscape. If you love waterfalls as much as you love the fall foliage, carve out some time to visit Dingmans Falls in Pennsylvania.
Don’t forget your camera for this picturesque stroll along Dingmans Creek Trail, a boardwalk trail in Dingmans Ferry that leads to the spectacular Dingmans Falls, surrounded by the fall leaves.
Pennsylvania in the fall is absolutely beautiful, and this is one of the best ways to admire the fall foliage. Make sure you return to see the spectacular cascade in winter (when frozen), spring, and summer, too.
The 1.4-mile trail makes it easy for visitors of all ages and skills to see the waterfall. It is both wheelchair and stroller-accessible.
Fall colors in Pennsylvania are absolutely striking. Keep an eye out for the predicted peak of the foliage, so you can visit when the leaves are at their most vibrant.
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Enjoy the crisp fall air and the fall foliage as you make your way to the 130-foot Dingmans Falls, the second-tallest waterfall in PA.
The title of the tallest waterfall in Pennsylvania goes to Raymondskill Falls, which boasts a drop of approximately 150 feet. It's also a must-visit to see the fall colors in Pennsylvania.
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Along the way, you'll pass flowing streams, towering trees, and wildlife. If you need a breather, grab a seat on one of the benches dotted along the trail.
This is one of those trails that practically begs you to take photos.
The waterfall, framed by the fall colors, provides an idyllic backdrop for photographs and selfies. If you want to see a different view of the waterfall, you can...
Make sure you wear comfy shoes for your fall hike.
...climb up a wooden staircase that will take you to the upper part of the falls. Be forewarned, however, that the leaves may obstruct your views of the waterfall from above.
Have you been to Dingmans Falls in Pennsylvania during the fall? Share your experience in the comments! For more leaf-peeping, plan a visit to Pine Creek Gorge during the peak fall foliage.
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Beth Price-Williams|August 03, 2023
Where are the best places to see the fall colors in Pennsylvania?
Dingman Falls in the autumn is absolutely spectacular, but it’s just one of many places to see the fall foliage in Pennsylvania. Here are some must-visit spots for leaf-peeping in Pennsylvania this fall:
Pine Creek Gorge. A visit to Leonard Harrison State Park or Colton Point State Park is an absolute must to see the Grand Canyon of Pennsylvania dressed in the brilliant colors of fall.
Kinzua Bridge Skywalk. A stroll to the end of the skywalk, with a glass floor, offers sensational views of the surrounding forest painted in autumn’s colors.
Rickets Glenn State Park. Follow the seven-mile Falls Trail, which will take you to 21-named waterfalls, all framed by the season’s foliage.
Jim Thorpe. Known as the Switzerland of America, this darling small town celebrates autumn with the annual Jim Thorpe Fall Foliage Festival.
Cook Forest State Park. Stroll along one of the many trails that wind through the forest to drink in some of the most vibrant fall foliage in Pennsylvania.