WPOA

February 17, 2026

Family Friendly, Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

Upper Shamokin Falls with the Morgan Loop Hike

WPOA

February 17, 2026

Family Friendly, Loop Hikes, Streams, Waterfalls, Wildflowers

HIKING THE TRAILS OF WINTERGREEN

Distance: 0.8 miles.
Difficulty Level: 🟦 moderate.
Elevation Gain: 272 ft.
Time: 1 -1.5 hours.
Blaze Color: yellow.
Key Features: waterfalls, hiking, wildflowers, rocky, forest, loop hike
Access: There is on-street parking at the trailhead near 2070 Laurel Springs Drive.
Google map directions to parking area.

Longer hikes that include the Upper Shamokin Falls:

Shamokin Falls via Shamokin Springs: A 2.8 miles moderate hike. This out and back trail starts on the Shamokin Springs Trail, turn right (heading north) on the Old AT Trail, to Upper Shamokin Gorge Trail to Upper Shamokin Falls Trail. More details here at AllTrails.com.

Shamokin Falls via Chestnut Springs and Loggers Alley: A 2.1 mile out-and-back "mini-loop" that takes you up a portion of the beautiful Shamokin Springs Falls. While the overall elevation gain is moderate, there are a few somewhat steep/rocky sections, especially along the falls. More details here at AllTrails.com.

Upper Shamokin Falls with the Morgan Loop is one of the most popular and beautiful hikes on Wintergreen’s mountain. Follow the sound of falling water to the falls and be sure to stop and look around at the evergreen ferns and wildflowers. Don’t forget your camera on this hike for the entire family.

From the Laurel Springs connector trail, turn left on the Upper Shamokin Falls trail, and hike 1/4 miles to the fall. If you return at this point, the total hike will be 0.6 miles. Otherwise continue on the trail and turn left at the Loggers Alley Trail and then left on Morgan’s Loop to make the loop trail. The hike is steep and rocky.

Please refrain from climbing on the edges of the falls, as the rocks are slippery when wet. Use caution in the winter.

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Wintergreen’s trail network can be linked up to make thousands of different hikes. See below for types of hikes

Waterfall Hikes

Scenic Vista Hikes

Loop Hikes

Featured

This 3.0-mile loop hike goes through rocky forested trail to spectacular vistas. Blackrock Trail is located on a south-facing slope. Brimstone trail is steep with rocky cliffs which provide incredible views of Three Ridges Mountain and points to the southwest. The trail meanders below the Plunge and consists of a series of steep, short up and down sections.

The 2.0-mile Cedar Cliffs Trail to the scenic vista is an out-and-back hike starting on the maintenance road (Grassy Ridge) which connects with the Cedar Cliff Main Trail. The trail meanders through dense forest cover and ends on a spectacular cliff that overlooks the Shamokin Gorge to the north.

This 2.4-mile loop hike follows the Cedar Cliff North trail to the spectacular view at Cedar Cliff overlook. The trail continues on the Cedar Cliff South trail to the Hemlock Spring trail. This beautiful scenic hike is boulder strewn and provides a beautiful scenic walk.

This is a 2.1-mile loop hike takes you to the beautiful Shamokin Springs Falls. While the overall elevation gain is moderate, there are a few somewhat steep/rocky sections, especially along the falls. The Loggers Alley is a well-graded forested trail, while the Chestnut Springs trail is rocky and steeper.

This 2.5-mile loop trail has forests, streams and a waterfall. Begin the Laurel Springs trail to the Fortunes Ridge loop by starting from Wintergreen Resort’s parking lot F. This hike will send you through an array of forest types, including mountain laurel thickets, yellow birch, hemlock remains, and oak hickory forest.

This 3.4-mile out-and-back hike begins on a jeep trail and then meanders through dense forest cover. The end of the trail is located at the base of a cascading waterfall that begins just below the Upper Shamokin Falls Trail.

This 0.4-mile out-and-back trail is an excellent introduction to the beauty and natural history of the area. The trail consists of steep rock scrambles and rocky steps that lead to a spectacular view.

This 2.1-mile out and back hike goes to a spectacular vista on the Old AT. The hike starts at the Shamokin Springs trail and continues on the Old Appalachian Trail. This trail is a beautiful, forested walk with some short rocky sections.

This 2.8-mile route follows the Old Appalachian Trail to Shamokin Falls. This waterfall flows year-round but is best visited after it has recently rained. The trail can be very rocky and muddy in spots, so good hiking footwear is recommended. There are a few spots where bog boards are in place to help navigate through areas that are often wet.

Upper Shamokin Falls with the Morgan Loop (0.8-miles) is one of the most popular and beautiful hikes on Wintergreen’s mountain. Follow the sound of falling water to the falls and be sure to stop and look around at the evergreen ferns and wildflowers.

The Nature Preserve is one of the most unique environments on the mountain. The high elevation wetland and braided streams allow northern tree species like birches and American beech to thrive. The preserve also provides habitat for numerous fern, wildflower, and bird species.

The 12-mile Wintergreen Loop hike encircles Wintergreen Resort (also referred to as Potatopatch Mountain). This hike is extremely challenging using multiple Wintergreen trails. Highlights include stunning views, waterfalls, and beautiful mountain laurel blooms. Challenges consist of steep, rocky sections and slippery spots. Good footwear and a map are essential.

This 6-mile loop hike circles around the north side of Wintergreen Resort. The trail starts on the White Oak trail, and includes Devils Knob trail, Old AT trail, Upper Shamokin Gorge trail, Falls trail and Loggers Alley trail. Waterfalls, wooded hikes and scenic vistas are all part of this hike.

The Upper Loggers Alley trail is closed in the winter.

This 6-mile hike circles around the southern side of Wintergreen Resort. From the Wintergreen Founders Overlook Access, take the Dobie Access Trail to start this loop. This loop includes many varied and difficult terrain and includes scenic overlooks, streams, steep rocky sections and forested areas.

Note: parts of this trail are closed in the winter when the ski slopes are open.