Rock Run - Lower Falls Swimming Hole
Creek · Pennsylvania
About this swimming hole
DCNR's own trail guide calls the three major waterfalls of Rock Run 'popular swimming and wading destinations in the hot days of summer.' Spring-fed water rushes through a sandstone gorge in the McIntyre Wild Area, forming emerald pools at Lower, Middle, and Upper Falls. Access is via gravel Rock Run Road, with small parking lots at each falls; the Lower Falls pool sits at 41.50597, -76.93645.
Good to know
| Water type | Creek |
|---|---|
| Best season | summer |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | daylight hours |
| Parking | Gravel lots at Lower, Middle, and Upper Falls off Rock Run Road; steep walk down to the pools |
| County | Lycoming County |
| Nearest town | Ralston |
| Safety notes | Very cold spring-fed water; slick bedrock; no lifeguards. Campfires, alcohol, and overnight camping are prohibited in the Rock Run Valley by DCNR regulation. |
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Official information
Official park / agency page ↗ — check current conditions, fees, and reservations here before you go.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Rock Run - Lower Falls Swimming Hole require reservations?
No reservations are required at Rock Run - Lower Falls Swimming Hole based on current information — but verify before you go.
When is the best time to visit Rock Run - Lower Falls Swimming Hole?
The best season is typically summer.
Is Rock Run - Lower Falls Swimming Hole safe for swimming?
Reported safety notes: Very cold spring-fed water; slick bedrock; no lifeguards. Campfires, alcohol, and overnight camping are prohibited in the Rock Run Valley by DCNR regulation.. There are rarely lifeguards at natural swimming holes — swim at your own risk.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026