Upper Swallow Falls
Maryland · 16-foot drop · Swallow Falls State Park · Last verified 2026-05-15
Upper Swallow Falls is a waterfall in Garrett County, Maryland. It drops roughly 16 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Swallow Falls (this page) | — | 16 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Tolliver Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Swallow Falls | 0 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Muddy Creek Falls | 0 mi | 53 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Gap Falls | 7 mi | — | — | — | — |
| Matador Falls | 19 mi | — | — | — | — |
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Questions visitors ask about Upper Swallow 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 Upper Swallow Falls?
Upper Swallow Falls is 16 feet (5 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Upper Swallow Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Upper Swallow 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 Upper Swallow 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 Upper Swallow Falls?
No entrance fee. Swallow Falls State Park is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Upper Swallow Falls from a major city?
Upper Swallow Falls is 6 miles from Oakland (about 8 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
39.4961, -79.4173
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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