Hike to Tamarack Falls
Distance:
1.3 Miles / 2.1 kmType:
Out-and-BackDifficulty:
EasyTime to Hike:
~39 minutesFeatures:
Surface Type:
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The hike to Tamarack Falls is a somewhat easy off-trail 1.3-mile out-and-back hike to a beautiful waterfall not far from Sones Pond in Loyalsock State Forest near Forksville, Pennsylvania.
Parking:
There is a small pull off on Loyalsock Road at 41.47208, -76.52829, however there are other pull offs nearby if needed, like where the road crosses Tamarack Run at 41.476352, -76.532257. NOTE: Loyalsock Road is a forest road and although the hike could be done year round, the road may become impassable in the winter months.
Hike:
This is an off-trail hike, but follows an old logging grade. From where you park, follow Loyalsock Road and leave the road at 41.47289, -76.52830 where hikers will find a noticeable old grade. Follow this grade about 0.6-miles to Tamarack Falls. Enjoy the waterfall and then retrace your steps back out.
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Parking
41.472091, -76.528311 -
Main Trailhead
41.472091, -76.528311 -
Tamarack Falls
41.46812, -76.53118
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