Near Shades of Death Trail
The 15-foot tall waterfall over Stametz Dam - Hickory Run, PA.
Near Shades of Death Trail
The Shades of Death trail descends through a narrow rocky slot to continue following the stream.
Near Shades of Death Trail
Waterfall over the ruined logging mill
Near Shades of Death Trail
Shades of Death Trail
Near Shades of Death Trail
Shades of Death Trail

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Shades of Death Trail

4.4 (5 Ratings)
A short hike along Sand Spring Run
1.1
mi
Distance
313
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekWaterfallWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.15mi
Distance
313ft
Elevation Gain
14ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
1,459ft
High Point
1,161ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From the visitors center parking lot find the Shades of Death trailhead and follow the path along the stream. The trail will eventually climb up abruptly and run adjacent to Rt 534 briefly before dipping back down into the woods along the stream. Continuing on will reveal many beautiful scenes along the water as well as lush grown and interesting rock formations. Ultimately you'll be rewarded with a beautiful waterfall originating from a reservoir created by a stone wall. These are the remains of an old logging mill dating back to the early 1800's.

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Contributors
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