Dingmans Falls Visitor Center

Came from out of town and was looking for a hike. We parked outside the blocked driveway and walked about a mile to the visitor center. It was about a ¼ mile walk on the boardwalk style trail to two different waterfalls (Digmans Falls and Silver Thread). Both of them were beautiful because of the ice. Loved it!

Went off season in February but if you park outside the gate it’s about a mile walk to the visitors center and ¼ mile walk to falls. There’s actually a beautiful fall before Dingmans Falls right when you begin trail. The path and Boardwalk/​bridges are easy walking and stroller friendly and the scenery is beautiful. The falls are breathtaking esp in the winter w half frozen w holes of streaming water down the middle. My wife got a little nervous about all the black bear tracks I spotted but we never saw any other signs. Very happy we made the trip/​walk would definitely recommend this to any families on or off season for something free and fun while staying active. We walked w our 11month old and she even had a blast.

Just went their today and it was great! The falls were beautiful and the wooden boardwalk trail makes it easy for everyone to enjoy.

This park is awesome. Best trails and just so gorgeous. The only thing weird was the random hiker who stopped us and began ranting about gay people and bars. He was creepy. Other than that, the place is perfect and I’d recommend it to anyone.

Credits to Unilocalers reviews which helped me decide to suggest the place to my group campers … it was a splendor place to visit.
Two waterfalls in one site, not far from each other. Picture perfect view.
Visitor center is closed when we visit but it’s a short trail that no need of a map. Easy to navigate area, it has a wooden platform and one way direct path trail. It has safe stairs going to the top of the main falls that all loved the most. Trail was less than a mile walk. An enjoyable, pleasant and interesting trail. It is a state park that costs us FREE. Parking is limited though. Bathroom facilities are clean.
Highly recommended.

Love the boardwalk style trail. Very pretty and easy to get to the waterfall. It’s a quick walk

We’ve been making the trek to all the Northeast waterfalls and these were among the best to date. Read the other reviews for more details as I need a coffee shunt right now.
Entry was free — which made it all the more of a bargain. Took some snaps, hiked some trails, scrambled over some rocks as we explored some areas off trail.
My only complaint were some of the other tourists who seemed to be arriving by the busload and didn’t seem to grasp some basic rules of proper etiquette in a public space of this type.
Parking is limited! The park rangers were very friendly! The trail to see both falls here is easily navigable for most and I’m pretty sure it’s wheelchair friendly.
Bring water to drink!
Coffee’s ready — ciao.

Amazing!
1) There are two falls here: Dingmans and Silverthread Falls. Both are close to each other.
2) This place is a must see. Plus you have Raymondskill Falls and George W. Childs Park with 3 additional falls next to it.
3) Admission into the falls/​trails is completely FREE.
4) The bathroom facilities are clean.

There are 2 falls that are an easy walk on raised trail, almost like a boardwalk. The first fall is very high and thin stream of water. The second fall is much larger and very beautiful. I liked it better than Bushkill Falls which you have to pay to enter. Dingmans Ferry is part of the National Park Service so it’s free. I climbed the steps to the top of the falls. It’s a bit of a climb. The top is bit slippery and unpaved. The view of the fall is obstructed and there wasn’t a good place to take photos. I wouldn’t go to the top again. A long the walkway between the first and second fall we came a across a Ranger. She showed us 2 beavers eating in the water.
The Park Rangers were so nice and very helpful.
I plan to go back in the fall and maybe winter for more pictures.

Ah, the splendor of Mother Nature!
I’m obsessed with Dingmans Falls! Here, I am free to marvel at the works of the Great Architect and appreciate being part of the Grand Design.
These trails set themselves apart from others in the area for the following reasons:
1. Admission into the falls/​trails is completely FREE, as nature should be!
2. The main trail is actually of long boardwalk which allows wheelchair and stroller accessibility, as well as a light stroll for those who prefer not to engage in an intense hike.
3. More bang for your hike! There are TWO falls at this location, Silverthread Falls (just a few steps from the visitors center) and Dingmans Falls.
4. If you’re looking for a little hike, off the end of the boardwalk at Dingmans Falls, there are stairs leading up to an observation area where you could look down at the falls.
5. The bathroom facilities are acceptable clean (for a toilet over a hole in the ground) and they have hand sanitizer pumps.
I saw some folks in bathing suits walking off the observation trail, and others coming back wet, so I assume there is a place where you can take a dip. Though I’m not sure if that’s within park rules or at your risk.
A worthwhile trip, fun for the entire family!

If you have young children or a stroller these are the falls you want to see. There is a boardwalk that is also wheelchair accessible. You can see two falls (free). The first is thread mill falls, that are right at the beginning of the boardwalk. As you walk a little more you come to dingmans falls. It is beautiful! If you don’t mind steps, you can walk up towards the top to get an arial view. The view from above is breathtaking. We will definitely be back.

4.5 stars.
Beautiful hiking and waterfalls. Great place for my first hike ever. FREE, with a clearly marked trail, well maintained, and fresh mountain air. Good foliage as well obviously. Only a couple miles and clear path so perfect for beginners. So good that I went here twice on my Poconos vacation with the girlfriend. Amazing set of waterfalls. Get a view from the bottom and then hike the steps to the top.
Look for the sign for «Dingman’s Falls Visitor Center» for the entrance, it’s a little tricky but it’s off the same state road as all the other trails.
Also the bathroom toilet is just a scary hole in the ground so bring some hand sanitizer for sure. half a star off.

The visitor’s center was closed last weekend. We were able to park along the main road (Route 209) and walk to the center. It was a long walk. It would’ve been nice to have signs saying how far the walk to the center was. Once we finally got on the trail to the falls, it was worth it. We enjoyed the boardwalk and the scenery along the way. It was not strenuous, although there are many steps leading up to the top of the main fall, if you choose (we did). It would be nice to go when the center is actually open, but we probably will not go back for a second trip. The main fall is very pretty, though!

This is a great place to go if you can’t quite figure out which hike you want to go on.
My requirements: Must be on a dog-​friendly trail, must not be too muddy, must be fairly nearby, must go to a waterfall. The ranger lady who worked there was very friendly, and instantly told me that the tumbling waters trail was the trail I was looking for. She handed me a bunch of maps (which will come in handy for future hikes).

This place is very nice but typically overrun by so many tourists that it’s impossible to sometimes enjoy yourself.
The first falls are nice. The mountain laurels that bloom in the late summer are absolutely beautiful and well worth the walk.
This place is clean and that bathrooms are clean as well, but they are those unsavory «bio-​toilets». No flushing. Just a toilet that leads to scary, blue nothingness.
Otherwise, it’s okay, but I prefer the freedom of Childs Park.

Part of the national forest system, this is probably the best set of waterfalls in the area – AND IT’S FREE!
This stops gets you two falls for the price of one: Dingmans Falls and Silverthread Falls. The trail is an elevated, not disturbing the surround environment boardwalk, which is wheelchair accessible past the first falls to the bottom of the farthest falls. There is a set of stairs that takes you up the very top of the falls, but it’s slightly in disrepair (read: two stairs are loose) and a bit steep for those not accustomed to hikes. The views are just spectacular and the tourist presence isn’t as strong or obnoxious as the other for-​profit sites.
There is a huge emphasis here on preservation and fine are high if you leave the trail or disturb the plant life.
Dogs are not allowed but tolerated, as we saw many people with theirs on the trail.
Bathrooms are sketchy outhouses with no lights. Visitors center house is only open on weekends during the season (Apr-​Nov, I think).