Last updated: April 6, 2025
Thing to Do
Hike with a ranger through the ruins of the South Fork Dam
NPS
This ranger guided walk takes participants through the ruins of the South Fork Dam. The programs are offered Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays at 10:30 a.m. beginning June 6, 2025. The program is approximately 45 minutes in length and will take participants to the bottom of the dam, through the breach and back up out of the dam on the other side. Participants will learn about May 31, 1889, the hillside across from the dam, and much more! Please note that the last portion of the walk contains a steep section. The walk is approximately 1/3 mile.
Participants are encouraged to wear proper shoes and bring water. The meeting location is on the South Abutment.
The walk is weather and staff dependent. Please call the Visitor Center at 814-886-6171 on the day of your visit to see if the program is being offered. No reservations are required! This walk can also be done self-guided. Park grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Participants are encouraged to wear proper shoes and bring water. The meeting location is on the South Abutment.
The walk is weather and staff dependent. Please call the Visitor Center at 814-886-6171 on the day of your visit to see if the program is being offered. No reservations are required! This walk can also be done self-guided. Park grounds are open daily from sunrise to sunset.
Details
Activity
Guided Tours
Pets Allowed
Yes
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Reservations
No
Reservations are not required for A Walk Through the Ruins.
Time of Day
Day
Accessibility Information
The tour contains steps to get to the bottom of the former lakebed. The final portion of the walk contains steps to get back out of the lakebed.