Fourmile Run is a waterfall-rich tributary of Pine Creek in the Pine Creek Gorge Natural Area.
It lies close to the Turkey Path on the Colton Point State Park side of the gorge, opposite Little Fourmile Run and the Turkey Path at Leonard Harrison State Park.
But that is where the similarities between the two Turkey Paths end.
On the Leonard Harrison State Park side, you have a wide, refined Turkey Path that takes you close to most of the waterfalls on Little Fourmile Run.
On the Colton Point State Park side of the canyon, the Turkey Path is narrow, rugged, and runs high above Fourmile Run.
Meaning it serves as a mere jumping off point for off-trail exploration of the waterfalls below – exploration that should only be undertaken by experienced hikers with proper footwear!
With that warning in mind, let’s take a look at the waterfalls on Fourmile Run near (but not in) Colton Point State Park.
Getting There
The Turkey Path trailhead at Colton Point State Park serves as a starting point for exploring the waterfalls on Fourmile Run.
For realtime information on current trail conditions and any potential closures or construction, please visit the park’s official website.
Proceeding down the Turkey Path approximately 0.3 miles will bring you close to Rexford Branch and Rexford Branch Falls.
A narrow side trail branches off the Turkey Path to the right and brings you out near the bottom of the falls.
Returning to the Turkey Path, this is where being an experienced hiker with proper footwear comes into play.
Because it is now up to you to decide where and how to get down to Fourmile Run, below the Turkey Path.
There is NO TRAIL, and you do so AT YOUR OWN RISK, as with any off-trail hiking anywhere in Pennsylvania.
Once down at stream-level, there are waterfalls and cascades to be seen up and down Fourmile Run.
Logjam Falls
Logjam Falls (not an official name) is a 12-15 foot tall waterfall not far from where Rexford Branch spills into Fourmile Run.
Upstream from Logjam Falls you’ll encounter plenty of picturesque cascades on Fourmile Run.
These idyllic cascades can be nearly impassable during high water conditions, so again, use caution if attempting this hike (or any waterfall hike) during such conditions.
Fourmile Run Falls
Approximately 0.3 miles upstream from where Rexford Branch enters Fourmile Run, you’ll encounter what I feel is the prettiest waterfall on this stream – Fourmile Run Falls.
Fourmile Run Falls (not an official name) is a gorgeous 20-footer that sheets off the rocks into a large plunge pool below.
There are taller waterfalls in the Pine Creek Gorge, but few can match the splendor of this spot.
Every inch of rock around Fourmile Run Falls seems to be covered in greenery of some sort in the summer.
While in autumn, those same rocks are adorned with a blanket of colorful leaves.
Downstream Exploration
Downstream from Logjam Falls, you can expect to see more dazzling cascades, but no significant waterfalls.
Normally after I’ve photographed this particular cascade, I make my way uphill to the Turkey Path, and then back to the parking area at the trailhead.
Colton Point Overlooks
Of course no trip to Colton Point State Park would be complete without spending some time at one of the various roadside canyon overlooks.
This is as fine a spot as any for “leaf peeping” in the Pine Creek Gorge.
Final Thoughts
While not nearly as accessible as the waterfalls along the Turkey Path at neighboring Leonard Harrison State Park, the waterfalls on Fourmile Run near Colton Point State Park are absolutely worth the effort required to see them, provided you have the experience and expertise to navigate this off-trail hike safely.
Nearby Attractions
Barbour Rock Overlook is located just a half-mile north of the entrance to Colton Point State Park, with the trailhead located right along Colton Road.
Bradley Wales Scenic View is an exceptional roadside vista on the west rim of the PA Grand Canyon.
For an extensive directory of nearby waterfalls, be sure to check out “33 Must-See Waterfalls in Tioga County”.
Leonard Harrison State Park is home to some of the most famous scenic views of the PA Grand Canyon.
Exploring the area during October?
Be sure to check out “Where to Find Incredible Fall Foliage Views in the PA Grand Canyon”.
Looking for another off-trail adventure on this side of the PA Grand Canyon?
Then check out Chimney Hollow Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in the Pine Creek Gorge!
Or check out Bear Run on the northeastern edge of Colton Point State Park, home to at least a half-dozen waterfalls.
Looking for a much less-strenuous hike?
Then check out the hike to Stone Quarry Run Falls and Water Tank Hollow Falls along the Pine Creek Rail Trail, near Blackwell.
Campbells Run Falls is an exceptional 25-foot waterfall, less than a half mile off the Pine Creek Rail Trail near Tiadaghton.
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I probably read this article 20 times to make sure that I understood everything correctly! Me and my boyfriend started on the turkey path, saw Redford falls, then went back on the turkey path but weren’t sure where to go down to get off the path. We ended up going down a little further down stream from Log Jam falls. The way up was really treacherous and we had to go slow. There were scratchy plants and spider webs and branches all around, plus the creek itself which we tried to avoid so we wouldn’t get our feet wet. We had water proof boots so we were able to step in up to a certain depth luckily. We almost thought of turning back, but the article’s pictures let me know we were on the right track until finally we were there!
It definitely took a long time but the view was worth it, Four Mile Run falls is gorgeous. I wanted to swim a bit but the water was quite cold so I simply dipped my feet and enjoyed. The way back was a little faster than the way there since we knew what invisible path to follow. We ended up climbing the short but very steep hill at Log Jam falls to get back onto the path.
Over all, we had a really fun experience. We love going off the beaten path and thank God we did not get hurt because there was literally nobody else on the trail and we had no cell service. I have gone on adventures like that many times and even I was struggling, my boyfriend has done less than me but was about on the same level thanks to his long limbs which helped with reaching! So please do be very careful.
That’s a pretty good description of this hike! Yes it is a challenging off trail hike and like most of the Pine Creek Gorge when you get down in it, cell phones are useless. To me the difficulty is worth the final payoff, but you’re right it’s definitely not a hike for everyone.