Erie Falls
Pennsylvania · 47-foot drop · Ricketts Glen State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Erie Falls is a waterfall in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. It drops roughly 47 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erie Falls (this page) | — | 47 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Erie Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Tuscarora Falls | 0 mi | 41 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Conestoga Falls | 0 mi | 17 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Wyandot Falls | 0 mi | 15 ft | — | Y | Free |
| B. Reynolds Falls | 0 mi | 40 ft | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Erie Falls
Answers built from our structured data. If a question isn't here, the fact is unverified — we'd rather omit than guess.
How tall is Erie Falls?
Erie Falls is 47 feet (14.3 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Erie Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Erie Falls is inside Ricketts Glen State Park. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Erie Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Ricketts Glen State Park permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Erie Falls?
No entrance fee. Ricketts Glen State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Erie Falls from a major city?
Erie Falls is 9 miles from Pikes Creek (about 13 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
41.3218, -76.2782
Sources and live status
Where we got the data, and where to check current conditions before you drive.
Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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