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Johnstown Flood National Memorial

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The Johnstown Flood National Memorial commemorates the tragic flood of 1889 that claimed over 2,200 lives. Located in Pennsylvania, it serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of natural disasters and the resilience of communities in the face of adversity.

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Visitors come to reflect on the events of that day and to learn about the history surrounding the flood. The site features a visitor center with exhibits detailing the flood's causes and consequences, as well as the memorial itself, which honors the victims and survivors.

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Farm house
Farm house

Things to do

Attend an Evening on the Lake Presentation
Summer

Evening on the Lake presentations are on select Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. during the summer months.

Path of the Flood Van Tours

Ranger-guided Path of the Flood van tours are a great way to learn about the destructive force of the Johnstow...

Attend a Tales of the Great Flood Presentation

Tales of the Great Flood cover a wide variety of topics relating to the Johnstown Flood.

Hike with a ranger through the ruins of the South Fork Dam

Join a Park Ranger for an interpretive walk that will take you to the bottom of the dam, through the breach an...

May 31 Anniversary

Sunday, May 31, 2026, is the 137th anniversary of the Johnstown Flood of May 31, 1889.

Club House and Cottage Row Walking Tours

Club House and Cottage Row Walking Tours are part of our programming for the anniversary of the 1889 Johnstown...

Learn about the Johnstown Flood in the Visitor Center
Winter/Spring

The Visitor Center and has two floors of exhibits and a park film. Visitors will learn about the Johnstown Flo...

View the park film "Black Friday."
Winter/Spring

The park film "Black Friday" is 35 minutes in length. It is shown at 15 minutes past the hour (9:15, 10:15, 11...

The Junior Ranger Program
Winter/Spring

The Junior Ranger program is available in the Lake View Visitor Center. Ask the Ranger on duty for a booklet....

Visit the remains of the South Fork Dam

Visitors can access the North and South Abutments on the remains of the South Fork Dam.

Walk Through the Ruins Trail

The Walk Through the Ruins Trail, off of the South Abutment Road near the parking lot, takes walkers to the bo...

Hike the Carriage Road Nature Trail

The Carriage Road Nature Trail follows the carriage road that the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club members...

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At a glance

Opened
1978
Open
9 AM to 5 PM, daily
Accessibility
partially accessible
Address
733 Lake Road, South Fork, PA 15956
Opening hours
9 AM to 5 PM, daily
Phone
8148866171
Price
Free
Website
www.nps.gov

Things to know

Expect limited parking, especially on weekends.
The visitor center may have queues during peak seasons.
Entry is free, but donations are appreciated.
Dress for varying weather conditions, as much of the site is outdoors.

Photo: NPS Photo