Panther Creek Falls

On March 31st we took off in search of Panther Creek Falls the second leg of a journey to hike to ten North Georgia Waterfalls.  Recently completed Ravens Cliff Falls and Panther Creek was next on the list.  Great hike on a perfect spring day 72 degrees and sunny.  For the most part this hike is easy to moderate but as you approach the falls the trail becomes a little gnarly especially if it is wet.  It is well worth the climb down to the bottom of the falls where you will find a great camping location, nice pool to swim or fish and a beautiful view of the falls.

This bridge crosses Panther Creek is about 1.5 miles into the hike.  The first leg of the hike takes you up a ridge and than finally down to the creek bed.

Between the first foot bridge and the falls there are numerous spots that seem to be outstanding hideouts for trout.  Panther Creek is heavily stock with Rainbow Trout and easy to fish once you get past the first bridge.

The creek above the falls is fast and furious

Who's this guy

Panther Creek Falls (unfortunately the cheap ass camera I brought with me makes the falls look much flatter than it actually is.  My guess is the falls is 25 to 30 feet high

Beautiful Butterfly flitting around at the bottom of the falls.

 Next up the hiking to the falls list is High Shoal Falls and Blue Hole Falls off the Appalachian Trail.  Until next time, happy hiking.