Muddy Creek Falls
Maryland · 53-foot drop · Swallow Falls State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
Muddy Creek Falls is a waterfall in Garrett County, Maryland. It drops roughly 53 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Muddy Creek Falls (this page) | — | 53 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Swallow Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Swallow Falls | 0 mi | 16 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Tolliver Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Gap Falls | 6 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Matador Falls | 19 mi | — | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Muddy Creek 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 Muddy Creek Falls?
Muddy Creek Falls is 53 feet (16.15 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Muddy Creek Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Muddy Creek Falls is inside Swallow Falls 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 Muddy Creek Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Swallow Falls 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 Muddy Creek Falls?
No entrance fee. Swallow Falls State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Muddy Creek Falls from a major city?
Muddy Creek Falls is 6 miles from Oakland (about 8 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
39.5012, -79.4174
Sources and live status
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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