Blackwater Falls

From the Trading Post parking area, follow the stone patio and boardwalk down more than 200 steps to the observation deck beside Blackwater Falls. Return up the same steps.

The park labels the Boardwalk Trail 0.25 mile but does not explicitly identify that figure as one-way or return.

Stone patio, boardwalk, and more than 200 descending steps with an uphill return.

Where to start

Use the Trading Post parking area in Blackwater Falls State Park. The park also describes a separate Gentle Trail from parking across from the maintenance area.

Timing & water

Current trail-specific closures are not established by the reviewed page.

Before you go

Fees and reservation requirements unknown.