Last updated: March 29, 2026
"The Dam is Becoming Dangerous and May Possibly Go!"
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."
Lake View Visitor Center
Start your visit here! Get oriented to the park, view exhibits, and watch the film.
Operating Hours and Seasons
Find the hours of operation for the Visitor Center and grounds, including holiday closures.
South Fork Dam
Visit the remains of the South Fork Dam!
South Fork Fishing and Hunting Clubhouse
Learn about the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club.
Cottages
Drive past 9 of the original 16 cottages from the days of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club in the nearby town of Saint Michael.
Club Members
Learn about the members of the South Fork Fishing and Hunting Club.