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Brooks Run Falls

Brooks Run Falls at Elk State Forest near Austin, Pennsylvania is an easy 0.1-mile out-and-back trail that leads to the scenic waterfall, Brooks Run Falls.

This short trail, barely longer than 50-feet, leads down the somewhat steep hillside that leads down to Brook Run Falls where visitors can enjoy a beautiful ~3-foot tall, 20-foot wide cascade.

Parking
Hikers will find parking at the coordinates provided where there's a parking turnout that can fit 1 or 2 vehicles.

Pets
Dogs are allowed if leashed and their waste should be carried out by the hiker.
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Know Before You Go

  • Brooks Run Falls is a very short and easy 0.1-mile trail in Elk State Forest, PA.
  • The trail leads to a scenic waterfall, Brooks Run Falls, that is approximately 3 feet tall and 20 feet wide.
  • Parking is limited (1-2 vehicles) and dogs are allowed on leash, with hikers responsible for removing their waste.
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Distance
0.1 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
5 min
Elev. Gain
12'
Rating
3.0
Added
April 12, 2022
Updated
April 12, 2022

Weather Forecast

Overnight
Low 16°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers
M.L. King Jr. Day
High 26°F
Chance Snow Showers
Monday Night
Low 3°F
Mostly Cloudy
Tuesday
High 15°F
Mostly Sunny
Tuesday Night
Low 7°F
Mostly Clear
Wednesday
High 33°F
Partly Sunny then Snow Showers Likely
Wednesday Night
Low 26°F
Snow Showers Likely
Thursday
High 33°F
Chance Snow Showers
Thursday Night
Low 11°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers then Mostly Cloudy
Friday
High 21°F
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Snow Showers
Friday Night
Low 1°F
Slight Chance Snow Showers
Saturday
High 12°F
Slight Chance Light Snow
Saturday Night
Low -1°F
Slight Chance Light Snow
Sunday
High 16°F
Chance Light Snow
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Total Change
12'
Ascent
12'
Descent
12'
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Features

Dogs
Waterfalls
Water Source
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Points of interest

  1. Parking

    41.412225, -78.052145
  2. Main Trailhead

    41.412253, -78.052195

Safety information

For your own safety: plan ahead, let someone know where you'll be, and hike at your own risk.

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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