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Path of the Flood Van Tour
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nger-guided Path of the Flood van tours are a great way to learn about the destructive force of the Johnstown Flood of May 31, 1889.
The tour goes around the site of the South Fork Dam. Participants will learn about the history of the dam, plus the timeline that explains how and why the dam failed. During this time, there is also a fully-guided tour of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club Clubhouse.
After leaving the park grounds, the tour then winds through the flood ravaged communities of South Fork, Mineral Point, East Conemaugh, Woodvale, and ultimately Johnstown. While driving through these communities, the Park Ranger explains the key events that happened in each town and even shares some photos of flood damage and/or significant people from the flood. The narrative portion of the tour concludes at Grandview Cemetery. At the cemetery, the van will stop at the "Monument of Tranquility," the monument that was dedicated to flood victims on May 31, 1892. Participants will then be shuttled back to the park Visitor Center.
This free tour begins at 1:00 p.m. at the Johnstown Flood National Memorial Visitor Center. Space is limited to 12 people and reservations are required.
Reservation or Registration: Yes
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Park staff814-886-6171
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