A waterfall reached via a strenuous 1.5-mile one-way hike as part of Ricketts Glen's challenging falls system.
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Based on this listing's approximate location — see the note on coordinates below.
Murray Reynolds Falls is accessed from the Evergreen Parking Lot via Ricketts Glen State Park’s challenging trail network. The 1.5-mile one-way hike traverses rocky terrain and steep gorge sections, requiring solid hiking fitness and sure-footedness. It is part of the park’s most difficult categorized hiking.
Ricketts Glen encompasses 22 named waterfalls across interconnected gorges, and Murray Reynolds Falls represents one of the park’s more remote reaches. Dogs on leash can manage the terrain, though they will face the same steep challenges as their handlers. Bring extra water and allow 2 to 3 hours for a round-trip expedition.
Like all Ricketts Glen falls hikes, this waterfall is accessible only from late April through October; the park closes its Falls Trail system November through April for ice climbing use exclusively. Plan accordingly and check current park conditions before heading out.
Late April through October when the park is open to general hikers; closed November–April for ice climbing use.
1–1.5 hours one-way; 2–3 hours round-trip
Not accessible to those with mobility limitations.
You're seeking an easy walk or are uncomfortable with steep, rocky terrain; winter access requires ice-climbing skills.
No fee or permit requirement was published on the managing agency's site when we last checked — confirm current conditions before you go, since these change.
The managing agency's page (linked below) has the current trailhead and route details — round-trip distance wasn't published when we checked.
Yes, per the managing agency's own page — but check current leash rules before you go.
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DCNR Recreational Guide for Ricketts Glen State Park PDF, checked Sept 2026: 'Evergreen Parking and Glens Lot Trailhead...1.5-mile hike to Murray Reynolds Falls, about 30 minutes' (one-way distance stated; round-trip not specified since Falls Trail is a loop system). Part of the 'most difficult hiking' Falls Trail System. No closure found.
Checked September 2026.