Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping
John W.
Reviewed Aug. 8, 2017

Beautiful Hike and Great Escape from Civilization

This spot is very popular for hikers and campers alike. It offers a 3.5 mile trail to Panther Creek falls and if you want to hike all the way through to Yonah dam it is roughly 5.8 miles. Be warned, the trail after the falls is challenging. Campsites dotted through out the entire trail so you have a variety of spots to choose from, but they are first come first serve. The parking lot seems to fill up quickly so be prepared to come early if you expect to get a spot for the weekend, otherwise you will have to park along the road. There is a bathroom facility adjacent to the parking area if you need them before and after the hike.

The waterfall is amazing with a large pool and nice sandy beach at its base. Perfect for swimming and cooling off after the hike or camping if you are lucky enough to snag it before someone else.

Be on the lookout for wildlife if you camp here. I have encountered deer, skunks, opossums, raccoons, bobcats, bears and a wide variety of snakes. Also the creek is a great place for backwater fly fishing and ultralight fishing for trout, Browns, Rainbows, and Brooks.

Make sure you pack everything you need and pack light if you choose the camp here. The hike is relatively easy on the way in to the falls, but mostly up hill on the way out.

  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017
  • Review photo of Panther Creek Recreation Area Camping by John W., August 8, 2017