37 Must-See Waterfalls in Tioga County PA

Campbells Run Falls in Tioga County Pennsylvania

If you’re looking for the best waterfalls in Tioga County, PA then you’re in the right place!

Rusty Glessner at Black Run Falls on State Game Lands 268 in Tioga County Pennsylvania.
The author at Black Run Falls in Tioga County.

Tioga County, Pennsylvania is synonymous with the Pine Creek Gorge, AKA the PA Grand Canyon.

Looking out over the Pine Creek Gorge at Leonard Harrison State Park.

But feeding Pine Creek at the base of the gorge are hundreds of small streams, containing hundreds of waterfalls great and small.

Waterfalls on Little Fourmile Run next to the Turkey Path.
Waterfalls on Little Fourmile Run next to the Turkey Path.

And while the sheer number of streams and waterfalls may seem overwhelming, what I’m about to present you with is my hand-picked list of 37 must-see waterfalls in Tioga County, PA.

Fourmile Run Falls in late October.
Fourmile Run Falls in late October.

Some are easy to get to, others present a challenge for even the most experienced hikers.

Rusty Glessner at Lower Bear Run Falls in Tioga County Pennsylvania
The author at Lower Bear Run Falls in Tioga County

Simply click on the blue text link in each waterfall description to see maps, directions, and additional photos of that waterfall.

My buddy Steve standing in front of the upper tier of Chimney Hollow Falls.
The upper tier of Chimney Hollow Falls.

Amphitheatre Falls

Amphitheater Falls on Campbells Run, near Tiadaghton, is a 25-footer surrounded by an amphitheater of rock at least twice as high.

Amphitheater Falls on Campbells Run in Tioga County PA
Amphitheater Falls on Campbells Run in Tioga County PA

Bear Run Falls

Bear Run Falls is actually a series of 5 waterfalls located on Bear Run near Colton Point State Park.

Bear Run Falls in the Pine Creek Gorge area of Pennsylvania
Bear Run Falls in the Pine Creek Gorge area of Pennsylvania

The first one you’re likely to encounter on your hike downstream from Colton Road is shown above.

The second..

Waterfalls along Bear Run in the PA Grand Canyon
Waterfalls along Bear Run in the PA Grand Canyon

The third…

Falls on Bear Run in Tioga County PA
Falls on Bear Run in Tioga County PA

The fourth…

Waterfalls on Bear Run in Tioga County Pennsylvania
Waterfalls on Bear Run in Tioga County, Pennsylvania.

And the fifth, rarely seen in photos because getting below it is EXTREMELY DIFFICULT!

Lower Bear Run Falls in Tioga County, PA
Lower Bear Run Falls in Tioga County, PA

Big Falls Swimming Hole

Big Falls is one of the most famous swimming holes in Pennsylvania, due in large part to the beautiful turquoise-colored waters in the plunge pool below it.

Big Falls swimming hole in Tioga County in September 2022.
Big Falls swimming hole in Tioga County.

Black Run Falls

Black Run Falls is a 20 foot-tall waterfall located on a picturesque mountain stream on State Game Lands 268 in Tioga County.

Rusty Glessner at Black Run Falls on State Game Lands 268 in Tioga County Pennsylvania.
The author at Black Run Falls.

Bohen Run Falls

Bohen Run Falls is located 2 miles from Blackwell, along the aptly-named Bohen Trail.

The author at Bohen Run Falls.
The author at Bohen Run Falls.

Burdic Run Falls

Burdic Run Falls, just off the Seimons Trail, is a 60-foot tall waterfall that’s rarely seen or photographed, owing to the degree of difficulty descending to its base.

Hiker at Burdic Run Falls in Tioga County Pennsylvania
Triumphant hiker at Burdic Run Falls, one of the most challenging-to-reach waterfalls in Tioga County, Pennsylvania.

Campbells Run Falls

Campbells Run Falls near the Pine Creek Rail Trail’s Tiadaghton parking area is one of the most photogenic waterfalls in Tioga County.

Campbells Run Falls near Tiadaghton PA
Campbells Run Falls near Tiadaghton PA

Chimney Hollow Falls

Chimney Hollow Falls off of Owassee Road is one of the tallest waterfalls in Tioga County.

Steve standing on Chimney Hollow Falls, for a sense of scale.
Steve standing on Chimney Hollow Falls, for a sense of scale.

Darling Run Falls

Darling Run Falls is a nearly-roadside waterfall, located just off Darling Run Road and Route 362.

Darling Run Falls in the Tioga State Forest Pennsylvania
Darling Run Falls in the Tioga State Forest

Four Mile Run Falls

Four Mile Run Falls is a 20-footer located off trail, along Four Mile Run near Colton Point State Park.

Fourmile Run Falls on a summer afternoon.
Fourmile Run Falls on a summer afternoon.

Jerry Run Falls

Jerry Run Falls is located along the Bohen Trail near Blackwell, the same trail used to access to Bohen Run Falls.

The author at Jerry Run Falls
The author at Jerry Run Falls

Mine Hole Run Falls

Mine Hole Run Falls is a roadside waterfall located just off of Mine Hole Road, 2.5 miles north of Cedar Run.

Mine Hole Run Falls in Tioga County
Mine Hole Run Falls in Tioga County

Rexford Branch Falls

Rexford Branch Falls is located along the Turkey Path at Colton Point State Park.

Rexford Branch Falls in the Pine Creek Gorge Natural Area.
Rexford Branch Falls in the Pine Creek Gorge Natural Area.

Stone Quarry Run Falls

Stone Quarry Run Falls is an easy-to-reach waterfall along the Pine Creek Rail Trail near Blackwell.

Stone Quarry Run Falls in mid-March 2019.
Stone Quarry Run Falls in mid-March 2019.

Turkey Path Falls

The Turkey Path at Leonard Harrison Harrison State Park runs parallel to Little Four Mile Run (home to 4 waterfalls) as it winds its way to the bottom of the PA Grand Canyon, where it meets the Pine Creek Rail Trail.

The uppermost waterfall along the Turkey Path at Leonard Harrison State Park.
The uppermost waterfall along the Turkey Path at Leonard Harrison State Park.

The first waterfall you’ll encounter as you make your way down the Turkey Path (assuming you start at the top) is pictured above.

The second…

Fall foliage around the tallest waterfalls along the Turkey Path.
Fall foliage around the tallest waterfalls along the Turkey Path.

The third…

Waterfall on Little Fourmile Run along the Turkey Path.
Waterfall on Little Fourmile Run along the Turkey Path.

And the fourth falls, just above the Pine Creek Rail Trail.

Waterfalls near the intersection of the Turkey Path and the Pine Creek Rail Trail.
Waterfalls near the intersection of the Turkey Path and the Pine Creek Rail Trail.

Water Tank Hollow Falls

Water Tank Hollow Falls is located just off the Pine Creek Rail Trail, 2 miles north of Blackwell.

A downstream view of Water Tank Hollow Falls along the Pine Creek Rail Trail in Tioga County, PA..
A downstream view of Water Tank Hollow Falls along the Pine Creek Rail Trail in Tioga County, PA..

Sand Run Falls

Sand Run Falls is located approximately 1 mile from Landrus Road in the Tioga State Forest.

Sand Run Falls in Tioga County PA
Sand Run Falls in Tioga County PA

Babb Creek Falls

Babb Creek Falls is located just off the Mid State Trail in the Tioga State Forest.

Babb Creek Falls in Tioga State Forest
Babb Creek Falls in Tioga State Forest

Rattlesnake Run Falls

Rattlesnake Run Falls lies on a small tributary of Babb Creek, just off the Mid State Trail near Arnot.

Rattlesnake Run Falls
Rattlesnake Run Falls

Babb Creek Tributary Falls

This outstanding but unnamed waterfall lies on a tributary of Babb Creek, just downstream from Sand Run Falls in the Tioga State Forest.

Unnamed tributary of Babb Creek near Sand Run Falls
Unnamed tributary of Babb Creek near Sand Run Falls.

Lick Creek Falls

Lick Creek Falls is a small roadside waterfall along Landrus Road near Arnot, in the Tioga State Forest.

Lick Creek Falls in Tioga County near Landrus Road
Lick Creek Falls in Tioga County near Landrus Road

Benjamin Hollow Falls

Benjamin Hollow Falls is located 3 miles north of Blackwell along the Pine Creek Rail Trail.

Benjamin Hollow Falls in the Pine Creek Gorge.
Benjamin Hollow Falls in the Pine Creek Gorge.

Pine Island Run Falls

Pine Island Run Falls is a multi-tiered beauty located 4 miles north of Blackwell along the Pine Creek Rail Trail.

Pine Island Run Falls near the Pine Creek Rail Trail.
Pine Island Run Falls near the Pine Creek Rail Trail.

Nickle Run Falls

Nickle Run Falls is located along a spur of the Mid State Trail in Tioga County.

Nickle Run Falls in the Tioga State Forest.
Nickle Run Falls in the Tioga State Forest.

Upper Fall Brook Falls

Upper Fall Brook Falls is approximately 12 feet tall and twice as wide, residing in eastern Tioga County near the coal mining ghost town of Fall Brook.

Upper Fall Brook Falls in Tioga County Pennsylvania.
Upper Fall Brook Falls in Tioga County.

Lower Fall Brook Falls

Lower Fall Brook Falls is located just a few yards downstream from the aforementioned Upper Fall Brook Falls in the Tioga State Forest, and stand approximately 10 feet tall.

High flow at Lower Fall Brook Falls in Tioga County Pennsylvania.
High flow at Lower Fall Brook Falls in Tioga County.

So there you have it!

A list of 37 must-see Tioga County, PA waterfalls to either get you started, or expand your horizons, as you explore the nooks and crannies of the Pine Creek Gorge and its surroundings.

Red trillium blooming near Chimney Hollow Falls.
Red trillium blooming near Chimney Hollow Falls in Tioga County PA.

As with any hiking endeavor anywhere in PA (or anywhere in the world for that matter), come prepared with the proper gear, a solid plan, and common sense.

Campbells Run Falls near Tiadaghton PA in Tioga County
The author at Campbells Run Falls near Tiadaghton in Tioga County.

If a hike looks too challenging for you it – don’t do it!

Rusty Glessner at Amphitheater Falls in Tioga County Pennsylvania
The author at Amphitheater Falls in Tioga County, Pennsylvania.

Nearby Attractions

If you’re looking for even MORE opportunities to explore waterfalls is the mountains of north central Pennsylvania, then be sure to check out my article 28 Must-See Waterfalls in Sullivan County PA.

Ferns adorn the rocks near Big Falls on State Game Lands 13, Sullivan County, PA.
A summer view of Big Falls on State Game Lands 13 in Sullivan County, PA.

Just beyond Tioga County’s southern border, you can see nearly 20 waterfalls by doing the 5 Best Waterfall Hikes in Lycoming County.

An autumn scene from the fourth waterfall on Miners Run in the Loyalsock State Forest.
An autumn scene from the fourth waterfall on Miners Run in the Lycoming County.

And let’s not forget the Falls Trail at Ricketts Glen State Park, Pennsylvania’s most famous waterfall hike.

21 named waterfalls on a 4 mile loop hike in Luzerne County.

Wyandot Falls at Ricketts Glen State Park in Pennsylvania.
Wyandot Falls at Ricketts Glen State Park in Luzerne County..

That’s nearly 100 waterfalls in just 4 counties!

Summer view of the fifth waterfall on Miners Run in the Loyalsock State Forest.
The author and daughter at Miners Run in Lycoming County.

Where to Find Incredible Fall Foliage Views in the PA Grand Canyon is a great resource if you’re visiting the area in October.

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The author at the PA Grand Canyon Overlook at Leonard Harrison State Park.
The author at Leonard Harrison State Park in January.

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