Before you go
This is active hunting land. From Oct 1 to Jan 31 and Apr 20 to May 31, Pennsylvania requires everyone on State Game Lands, including hikers, to wear at least 250 square inches of fluorescent orange (or an orange hat), Sundays included.
Difficulty
Hard
Trail Length
3.1 miles
Trail Type
Out And Back
Elevation Gain
367 ft
About Devils Hole Falls
Devils Hole Creek runs through a narrow, rocky gorge in State Game Lands 221 north of Mount Pocono. An unmarked path follows the creek upstream from the game lands lot, past stone walls and chimneys known as the Devil's Hole ruins, to a sloping cascade about 10 to 15 feet tall. The round trip is about 3.1 miles with many creek crossings.
The Setting
Devils Hole Falls sits at 1,684 feet within State Game Lands 221, in the hills of Pennsylvania. The falls drop 12 feet.
Height: 12 feet
Nearby Falls Worth Visiting
Rattlesnake Falls (20 ft) lies 2.2 miles to the northeast.
Trail & Hike Details
The Approach
The hard 3.1-mile out-and-back trail gains 367 feet of elevation on the way to the falls.
Trail Description
The route starts on a wide, rough old game lands road that drops about 120 feet to the creek, so part of the climb comes on the way back. Past the ruins it becomes an unmarked, rocky creekside path that crosses the stream many times and gets faint near the falls. Sources rate it anywhere from moderate to very difficult because of the crossings and route-finding.
What to Expect
The falls drop a gentle 12 feet. Dogs are welcome.
Accessibility
The trail involves steep, uneven terrain with significant elevation change and is not accessible to mobility devices.
Frequently Asked Questions
🐶 Are Dogs Allowed at Devils Hole Falls?
✅ Dogs are allowed
Dogs are allowed on State Game Lands but must be under your control at all times; a leash is the safe choice on active hunting land.
Are There Any Fees or Permits Required?
🆖 No fees required
🏊 Is There Swimming at Devils Hole Falls?
❌ Swimming is not allowed
Swimming in streams is prohibited on Pennsylvania State Game Lands.
When to Visit
Spring and after heavy rain, when the creek runs high enough to make the cascade worthwhile. Late summer flow is low, and high water makes the crossings harder.
Seasonal Access
The best time to visit is Spring and Fall. Winter access may be limited.
Safety Information
Expect slick rocks and repeated, sometimes shin-deep creek crossings; wear shoes that can get wet and skip the hike in high water. Land downstream of the game lands is private, so stay on the creek path inside SGL 221.
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Location & Access
Getting There
From PA-611 in Mount Pocono, take PA-940 east for about 0.7 mile and turn left onto Devils Hole Road. Go about 1.1 miles to a sharp right-hand bend and continue straight into the State Game Lands 221 lot. If you cross railroad tracks, you've gone too far.
Get Directions on Google MapsParking
Park in the small State Game Lands 221 gravel lot at the bend in Devils Hole Road (387 Devils Hole Rd, Cresco). Don't use the Pocono Heritage Land Trust's Kurmes Preserve lot down the road at 335 Devils Hole Rd; it's a separate preserve.
Elevation
1,684 feet above sea level
Coordinates
41.158530° N, -75.334270° W
Land Management
Managed by Pennsylvania Game Commission
Visitor Tips & Gear
Swimming in streams, camping, drones and alcohol are prohibited on State Game Lands.
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