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If you want to know where to find the best fall foliage views in the PA Grand Canyon, you’re in the right place!
![Pennsylvania Grand Canyon Fall Foliage](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/PA-Grand-Canyon-Fall-Foliage.jpg)
Officially known as the Pine Creek Gorge, this 47 mile-long canyon cuts through the heart of Tioga County and the Tioga State Forest.
![PA Grand Canyon fall foliage in October.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/PA-Grand-Canyon-Fall-Foliage-Tioga-County-.jpg)
Typically the first two weeks in October are the best weeks for viewing fall foliage in the PA Grand Canyon.
![2023 peak fall foliage predictions map for Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/2023-Pennsylvania-Fall-Foliage-Predictions-Based-On-PA-DCNR-Data-Past-Six-Years.jpg)
If you’ve never been there before (or even if you have), follow along as I share with you directions to some of the best fall foliage views in the PA Grand Canyon.
![Looking north along Pine Creek from Route 414 on October 3 2022.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/View-From-414-Near-Blackwell-Tioga-County-PA.jpg)
Simply click on the blue text links to view more in-depth information about each destination described below.
![Waterfall on an unnamed tributary of Campbells Run in Tioga County PA](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Campbells-Run-tributary-Tioga-County-PA.jpg)
I’ve also plotted all of the destinations mentioned on the interactive map below, to make it as easy as possible for you to find and enjoy the amazing autumn views!
1. Leonard Harrison State Park
When most people think of the PA Grand Canyon, they think about Leonard Harrison State Park, a 585-acre state park on the east rim of the PA Grand Canyon.
![The PA Grand Canyon in early October as viewed from Leonard Harrison State Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Leonard-Harrison-State-Park-Tioga-County-PA-Fall-Foliage-Views-October-6-2022.jpg)
The most popular trail at Leonard Harrison State Park is the mile-long Turkey Path, which leads you from the rim of the PA Grand Canyon down to the gorge floor and Pine Creek nearly 800 feet below.
![Turkey Path trailhead at Leonard Harrison State Park in Tioga County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Turkey-Path-sign-Leonard-Harrison-State-Park-web.jpg)
Along the trail you’ll pass numerous waterfalls, all of which can be breathtaking sights in October.
![Fall foliage around the tallest waterfalls along the Turkey Path.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Turkey-Path-Falls-autumn-PA-Grand-Canyon-web.jpg)
Of course much of that is dependent on rainfall, so if you’re visiting during a dry spell the falls themselves may be less impressive.
![Fall foliage and waterfalls along the Turkey Path at Leonard Harrison State Park.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Turkey-Path-Thrid-Falls-autumn-PA-Grand-Canyon-web-731x1024.jpg)
In any event, this is a strenuous but enjoyable hike, unlike any other fall foliage hike in PA!
![The waterfalls closest to the bottom of the Turkey Path.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Turkey-Path-Fourth-Falls-PA-Grand-Canyon-Tioga-County-web.jpg)
The fall foliage views from the bottom of the PA Grand Canyon, along the banks of Pine Creek, are equally impressive.
![Pine Creek as viewed from the bottom of the Turkey Path.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Pine-Creek-Gorge-Pine-Creek-PA-Grand-Canyon-web.jpg)
2. Colton Point State Park
Of course it takes two sides to make a canyon, and the west rim of the PA Grand Canyon is where you’ll find Colton Point State Park.
![A PA Grand Canyon Overlook with a view of the fall foliage in Tioga County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/PA-Grand-Canyon-Fall-Foliage-Overlook-Tioga-County-.jpg)
This 368-acre state park has no visitor center or modern restrooms (think outhouses), but it makes up for it with TONS of views!
![Fall foliage views from the PA Grand Canyon on October 6 2022.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Colton-Point-State-Park-Tioga-County-PA-Fall-Foliage-Views-Scenic-Overlook-October-2022.jpg)
It also has it’s own version of the Turkey Path, albeit narrower and more rugged; in fact the best waterfall views on this side of the PA Grand Canyon are mostly off-trail.
![Fourmile Run Falls in late October.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Four-Mile-Run-Tioga-County-web.jpg)
Fourmile Run in particular is home to some great fall foliage views, along with several unnamed waterfalls and cascades.
![Fourmile Run near Colton Point State Park on an autumn afternoon](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Four-Mile-Run-10-web.jpg)
When you combine the stellar views and hiking opportunities on the west rim of the PA Grand Canyon, it’s hard to beat Colton Point State Park for fall foliage views in Pennsylvania!
![The view of the PA Grand Canyon from Colton Point State Park](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Colton-Point-State-Park-canyon-view-web-731x1024.jpg)
3. Barbour Rock Overlook
Barbour Rock Overlook is an exceptional vista just minutes from Colton Point State Park.
![Fall foliage views from the Barbour Rock Trail in the Tioga State Forest.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Colton-Point-State-Park-Tioga-County-PA-Fall-Foliage-Views-Barbour-Rock-Trail-October-2022.jpg)
Accessed via the mostly-flat, 0.7 mile-long Barbour Rock Trail, this relatively easy hike is a must-do when visiting the west rim of the PA Grand Canyon.
![Fall foliage at the Barbour Rock trailhead in Tioga County Pennsylvania.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Barbour-Rock-Trail-Sign-Tioga-State-Forest-Tioga-County-PA-fall-foliage-2022.jpg)
4. Bear Run Falls
Bear Run Falls is a series of waterfalls along a small tributary of Pine Creek, also located near Colton Point State Park.
![Fall foliage at Bear Run Falls in Tioga County.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Bear-Run-Falls-Tioga-County-Fall-Foliage-.jpg)
5. Campbells Run Falls
South of Colton Point State Park, but still in the PA Grand Canyon, you’ll find Campbells Run Falls near the Tiadaghton access point to the Pine Creek Rail Trail.
![Campbells Run Falls near Tiadaghton Pennsylvania](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Campbells-Run-Falls-Tiadaghton-Pennsylvania.jpg)
As an added bonus, you may see additional waterfalls along small tributaries of Campbells Run as you make your way upstream to Campbells Run Falls.
![Waterfall on an unnamed tributary of Campbells Run in the PA Grand Canyon](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Campbells-Run-tributary-Pine-Creek-Pennsylvania.jpg)
6. Amphitheatre Falls
Upstream from Campbells Run Falls is another exceptional fall foliage scene for the adventurous at heart – Amphitheatre Falls.
![Rusty Glessner at Amphitheater Falls in Tioga County Pennsylvania](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amphitheatre-Falls-Campbells-Run-Pine-Creek-Gorge-PA-731x1024.jpg)
One of the largest waterfalls in this part of the PA Grand Canyon, Amphitheatre Falls is more difficult to reach than Campbells Run Falls, even though they lie on the same stream.
![Fall foliage at Amphitheater Falls in Tioga County, PA](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amphitheatre-Falls-Campbells-Run-Pine-Creek-Gorge.jpg)
But if you’re an experienced hiker who’s not afraid to get a little dirty and a little wet, Amphitheatre Falls can be an amazing fall foliage scene!
![Amphitheatre Falls along Campbells Run in the Pine Creek Gorge Pennsylvania](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Amphitheatre-Falls-Campbells-Run-Pine-Creek-Gorge-Pennsylvania.jpg)
7. The Pine Creek Rail Trail
The Pine Creek Rail Trail is always a great bet for excellent and easily-accessible fall foliage views in the PA Grand Canyon.
![Fall foliage along the Pine Creek Rail Trail southbound near Blackwell.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Pine-Creek-Rail-Trail-Near-Blackwell-Tioga-County-PA-October-2022.jpg)
The historic 62-mile rail trail was once used to transport freight by train between Wellsboro and Williamsport; now it serves as a perfect path for a relaxing hike or bike ride while you soak up the autumn views along Pine Creek.
![Fall foliage on October 3 2022 along the Pine Creek Rail Trail in Tioga County PA.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Pine-Creek-Rail-Trail-Southbound-Near-Blackwell-Tioga-County-PA-October-2022.jpg)
Numerous tributaries of Pine Creek flow beneath the rail trail, and some of those tributaries have small waterfalls on them that can be seen from the trail.
![Fall foliage around Water Tank Hollow Falls near the Pine Creek Rail Trail in October of 2022.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Water-Tank-Hollow-Falls-Pine-Creek-Rail-Trail-Tioga-County-PA-October-2022.jpg)
8. Wellsboro
Wellsboro is one of the most popular tourist towns in the PA Grand Canyon, and thousands of visitors flock there every October to view the fall foliage displays in its historic downtown.
![Fall foliage in downtown Wellsboro Pennsylvania on October 6, 2022.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Wellsboro-Fall-Foliage-Tioga-County-PA-October-2022.jpg)
Virtually every block of downtown Wellsboro is a postcard-perfect scene when the leaves start to change in early October.
![Fall foliage at the Tioga County Courthouse on October 6, 2022.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Wellsboro-Fall-Foliage-Tioga-County-Courthouse-PA-October-2022.jpg)
Final Thoughts
From expansive vistas to hiking trails to waterfalls to historic downtowns, the PA Grand Canyon is unlike any other fall foliage destination in Pennsylvania!
![Looking out over Pine Creek from Colton Point State Park](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Colton-Point-State-Park-PA-Grand-Canyon-view-web.jpg)
My family loves it there, and now you have the information you need to experience the incredible fall foliage views in the PA Grand Canyon for yourself!
![Fall foliage along the banks of Pine Creek at the bottom of the PA Grand Canyon.](https://pabucketlist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/PA-Grand-Canyon-Fall-Foliage-Pine-Creek.jpg)
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