Outdoors NearbyMill Creek Falls
Mill Creek Falls is a waterfall in Pennsylvania, about 15 miles from Hughesville. It is mapped as about 13 feet (4 m) high. You can combine the trip with Emerald Falls or Triple Falls.
| Location | Near Hughesville, Pennsylvania Directions |
|---|---|
| Height | about 13 ft (4 m) |
Mapped by OpenStreetMap volunteers. Water levels rise quickly after rain upstream, so keep away from the edge.
Best time to visit: Mill Creek Falls
Spring melt and wet weeks bring the biggest flow. Near Hughesville the most rainy days fall from May to July (about 9 per month). November is the driest month with about 7 rainy days, so smaller falls can thin out then. From November to March average lows are 14 to 29 °F. Frozen falls can look great, but trails and viewing areas get icy.
| Month | High | Low | Rain days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 29 °F | 14 °F | 9 |
| Feb | 32 °F | 15 °F | 7 |
| Mar | 40 °F | 22 °F | 8 |
| Apr | 54 °F | 33 °F | 8 |
| May | 65 °F | 44 °F | 9 |
| Jun | 73 °F | 54 °F | 9 |
| Jul | 78 °F | 58 °F | 9 |
| Aug | 75 °F | 56 °F | 8 |
| Sep | 68 °F | 49 °F | 8 |
| Oct | 56 °F | 38 °F | 8 |
| Nov | 44 °F | 29 °F | 7 |
| Dec | 34 °F | 20 °F | 8 |
For the trail to the falls
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More waterfalls nearby
- Emerald Falls 16 ft · near Canton · 2 mi Directions
- Triple Falls 26 ft · near Canton · 3 mi Directions
- East Branch Falls 26 ft · near Canton · 3 mi Directions
- Andrea Falls near Hughesville · 3 mi Directions
- Old Bark Falls near Hughesville · 3 mi Directions
- Dry Run Falls near Hughesville · 3 mi Directions
- Lower Middle Branch Falls 20 ft · near Canton · 3 mi Directions
- Upper Middle Branch Falls 13 ft · near Canton · 3 mi Directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mill Creek Falls?
In Pennsylvania, about 15 miles from Hughesville, at 41.4565, -76.7254. From Hughesville, follow the directions link and look for the nearest trailhead.
How tall is Mill Creek Falls?
About 13 feet (4 meters), according to OpenStreetMap.
When is the best time to see Mill Creek Falls?
Spring melt and wet weeks bring the biggest flow. Near Hughesville the most rainy days fall from May to July (about 9 per month). November is the driest month with about 7 rainy days, so smaller falls can thin out then.
What other waterfalls are near Mill Creek Falls?
Emerald Falls (2 mi), Triple Falls (3 mi), East Branch Falls (3 mi) and Andrea Falls (3 mi).