Swallow Falls

Christina McManis (Chrissy)

Beautiful place for sure. Just wish it had more water. So glad I finally got to visit. A good 5 hours from home but well worth the trip! So serene, calm, quiet, and peaceful. Well managed. ❤️

Abby Jones

The trail I mostly easy. Not crowded. The beginning and end are especially easy. I actually was a fan of it. Typically I'm not big on hikes because of my asthma and weak legs which I'm working on. But this was pretty nice. Relaxing too! I would actually do this trail again.

Sydney Repasky

Loved it here at Swallow Falls. We tent camped in the Garrett Loop. The site was quiet and there was easy access to the clean bathroom, water, and firewood. The trail was fun to hike, although it was definitely a physical challenge to get to the smaller waterfalls. Relatively short drive to deep creek state park. Would 100% stay here again.

Hiking Momma

This park offers 4 waterfalls. Although this is listed as ADA, only the muddy falls trail is ADA accessible. The trail leading to the other falls starts off very deceivingly flat. You are then greeted to stairs leading down to the first waterfall. Unfortunately we the little one in a stroller so we couldn’t go down to see it. We then thought we would proceed down the trail to the second waterfall only for the trail to become steeper and full of roots. Being optimistic, we continued down the bumpy path until we were stopped by large rocks. We pushed the stroller back up and walked the road back. We then found the muddy waterfall trail which was ADA accessible to view the top of the falls. However, if you wanted a nice photo at the bottom, you would need to take the steps down. So for the $10 parking fee, we were able to see the top of 1 waterfall. Might try the trail again once our little one can walk

Maria Keifer-Diehl (Maria KD)

One of my most favorite places to capture weddings and elopements. The trails are nicely marked and they have options for both a more scenic challenging hike as well as an easy trail option with handicap parking that puts you super close to Muddy Creek Falls. The staircase of various waterfalls here make for a full day of fun for sure. Just be mindful you are in nature, remember to leave no trace and that yes there are snakes and bugs, and larger fuzzy forests guests as well. Also if visiting make sure to wear the appropriate footwear, the rocks are slippery and the scenic trail has many rocks and tree roots and places where mud is a thing depending on time of year and rainfall. They offer the most lovely stone pavilion with dual fireplaces as well that is most perfect for smaller events, there is even a water pump nearby the pavilion, as well as restrooms. The restrooms are well, park restrooms and could always use some assistance in cleanliness but they aren't the worst I have seen either. Just remember it is a State Park, so it does close once darkness hits. They are mostly dog friendly, Memorial Day weekend they are not. That is something to keep in mind if you plan on visiting. Memorial Day weekend is usually super busy and packed and while parking is usually plentiful, that weekend.... not so much. Also to keep in mind, once the first week of October passes it is often chilly here. Pack some coats and wear warmer layering clothes. Deep Creek is also known for random snow even in late spring or early fall. So have options packed just in case and check the weather. Cell phone service in the park also isn't the best. Especially if you are visiting from outside the area and have Verizon as your cell phone carrier, make sure to pre download your google maps so you don't get lost.