Buttermilk Falls
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The ample rainfall in the early months of 2025 have provided lots of water at the falls.
Fred Rogers, who often visited Buttermilk Falls as a young boy, was featured on a stamp issued by the U.S. Postal Service. Fred visited Buttermilk Falls to spend time with his grandfather, Mr. McFeely, who once owned the property that now comprises the natural area.
At the Observation Deck
A new pavilion was installed at Buttermilk Falls in September 2025.
In September 2022 we added these new steps leading to Buttermilk Falls.
Buttermilk Falls - December 28, 2021
There are 10 short postcard notes that you will find as you make your way to the falls. Stop and read for some inspiring quotes from the late Fred Rogers.
This little girl is named Della and she had a great time visiting Buttermilk Falls.
Under Buttermilk Falls
Summertime at the Falls
Our parks served as vital places to visit during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Under the Falls
January 10, 2025
Buttermilk Falls - February 25, 2022
Accesible Path at Buttermilk Falls
Water levels at the falls can vary during the year. Early spring and fall are the seasons when the water level is typically the highest. A heavy summer shower can make a difference though.
Path to Falls
May 2021
This well-made bench was fabricated by HMS Industries of Blairsville, PA.
You will find Liverworts growing on moist rocks at Buttermilk Falls.
Eclipse Bridge
Probably used as a swimming pool where Fred Rogers once swam as a child visiting his grandfather Mr. McFeely.
A Splash of Color
To the Falls
This interpretive panel highlights the life and artwork of Jacob Sweitzer who lived not far from Buttermilk Falls. His unique artistic style is captured in the scenes from the surrounding area.
Cascading Waters Under the Falls
This photo hangs in the lobby of S&T Bank in downtown Indiana, PA.
Buttermilk Falls - May 14, 2019
Our path to the falls from the parking lot provides a slightly longer but easier way to navigate to the falls.
Buttermilk Falls is open year-round. Please note we do not maintain the steps and platforms during the winter so it is advised to exercise caution if venturing out during the winter.
McFeely Trail is a one-half mile trail that circles a portion of the Buttermilk Falls property,
March 2020
Water droplets cascade from the falls above.
Early Fall at Buttermilk Falls
Buttermilk Falls - February 24, 2921
December Snowfall
Buttermil Falls - October 2021
Framing th Falls in Snow
Dcember 2019
Buttermilk Falls - December 5, 2019
Taken from the Eclipse Bridge this photo shows where Buttermilk Falls begins its 45 foot drop off.
November 2020
For as long as water has flowed over Buttermilk Falls salamanders have lived here. Seal Salamanders, who have a preference for waterfalls, are one of the salamander species that live here.
Steps and Platforms provide access to the area underneath the falls.
Mister Rogers Pathway
Path to the Falls
Under the Falls
The stream that feeds Buttermilk Falls is called Hires Run.
Winter Ice at Buttermilk Falls
Liverworts are a group of plants similar to mosses. They are far different than most plants because they do not produce seeds, flowers, fruit or wood. Instead of seeds, liverworts produce spores for reproduction.
Jacob Sweitzer was a local artist who painted many scenes in and around the Buttermilk Falls area. The panels highlight his interesting life and artwork. Sweitzer was a self-taught artist whose artworks have gained increasing interest from collectors over the years.
A Dusting of Snow
The Eclipse Bridge in Winter
Ice Forming
December 2018
October 22, 2018 at Buttermilk Falls
