Johnstown Flood National Memorial
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Johnstown Flood National Memorial at a glance
- Best time
- April–May, September–October
- Trip length
- 1 day
- Don't miss
- Hike the Carriage Road Nature Trail
- Nearby city
- South Fork, PA
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About Johnstown Flood National Memorial
The South Fork Dam failed on Friday, May 31, 1889, and unleashed 20,000,000 tons of water that devastated Johnstown, PA. The flood killed 2,209 people but it brought the nation and the world together to aid the "Johnstown sufferers." The story of the Johnstown Flood reminds us all, "...that we must leave nothing undone for the preservation and protection of our brother men."
Weather Information
- Spring
can be seasonable and wet.
- Summer
can be hot with potentials for thunderstorms.
- Fall
can be seasonal, with cold temperatures into October and November.
- Winter
can be cold and severe.
Operating Hours
Hours of Operations The Visitor Center is closed on Wednesdays and Thursdays. The Visitor Center is open Fridays through Tuesdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Park grounds and trails are open daily from sunrise to sunset. The Visitor Center is closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year's Day. "All Park Hours" reflects the hours of operation for the Visitor Center.
- Monday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Tuesday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- WednesdayClosed
- ThursdayClosed
- Friday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Saturday9:00AM - 5:00PM
- Sunday9:00AM - 5:00PM
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Planning Johnstown Flood National Memorial
The summary above covers timing and highlights. These go deeper on reservations, crowds, and logistics.
Reservation rules vary by season and activity for Johnstown Flood National Memorial. Check the Permits tab on this page and Recreation.gov before you travel — campground, tour, or backcountry permits may apply even without park-wide timed entry.
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