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Lower Dingmans Falls

Lower Dingmans Falls at Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area near Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania is an easy 0.1-mile out-and-back walk that features the scenic ~5-foot tall, 45-foot wide waterfall known as Lower Dingmans Falls.

This is not a hike but rather a very short roadside walk that leads to a beautiful view of the short, but scenic waterfall within Dingmans Creek. Lower Dingmans Falls is only 5-feet tall but spans ~45-feet wide across Dingmans Creek. Lining the opposite side of the creek are old rhododendrons that provide a stunning evergreen backdrop.

Parking
Visitors will find two parking turnouts -- one at the coordinates provided, located on the north side of DIngmans Falls Road. The other is located across the street in a very small parking lot. Both parking turnouts are large enough to just just a few vehicles each.

Pets
Dogs are allowed only if leashed and must be cleaned up after.
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Know Before You Go

  • Lower Dingmans Falls is an easily accessible, scenic waterfall in Dingmans Ferry, PA, requiring only a 0.1-mile walk.
  • The waterfall is short, approximately 5 feet tall, but impressively wide at 45 feet, creating a beautiful view within Dingmans Creek.
  • Parking is available in two small turnouts near the falls, and leashed dogs are welcome, provided owners clean up after them.
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Distance
0.1 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Type
Out-and-Back
Est. Time
5 min
Elev. Gain
12'
Rating
4.0
Added
December 12, 2023
Updated
December 14, 2023

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Total Change
12'
Ascent
12'
Descent
12'
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Features

Dogs
Waterfalls
Water Source

Points of interest

  1. Parking

    41.225008, -74.881157
  2. Main Trailhead

    41.224997, -74.881243

Safety information

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

Hazards

Poison Ivy or Poison Oak

Availability

All seasons

Surface type

Dirt

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