George W. Childs Recreation Site
Waterfalls and trail
About
George W. Childs Park is part of Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area and is run by the National Park Service. A 1.4 mile loop trail follows Dingmans Creek past three waterfalls: Factory Falls, Fulmer Falls and Deer Leap Falls. The trail is rated easy to moderate with a 144 foot change in elevation.
Along the way you pass the ruins of a woolen mill and structures built by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The trail is accessible to the first waterfall viewing platforms and to the pump shelter, about 0.4 mile one way. A restroom is at the trailhead.
History
The park service says philanthropist George W. Childs bought the land in 1892 and developed a public park, believing everyone should be able to enjoy the outdoors. His wife Emma deeded the land to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in 1912, and it became part of the recreation area in 1983. At Factory Falls, the Brooks family ran a woolen mill from 1823 to 1832.
When to go
The park service gives no season or hours on its trail page. Check its conditions page for closures before you go.
Good to know
Swimming and wading are not allowed in any of the falls or the creek.
Pets, alcohol, picnicking and food preparation are all prohibited. You must stay on the trail.
Price
- AdmissionFree
The recreation area does not charge entrance fees.
Prices checked November 2026 on the website of the National Park Service. They can change, so check before you go.
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