Quick stop by Panther Creek Falls first - totally worth the 15mi/30min detour while you are headed for Falls Creek Falls.
The trail down to Panther Creek was hard to see, but you can still see a faint chalk paint mark on the road put there by a good samaritans. Quick trip down the trail, but watch for tree roots in your path. The viewing area is beautiful, and I wasn't surprised to see a bridal party following us down - a great place for some pictures.
We only did the path down to the top viewing area. We skipped the lower part, and headed over to Falls Creek Falls.
And oh jeez, those potholes!
You don't need a high clearance vehicle... but I could see where it would have been nice. We made it just fine in my VW Jetta, but had to take it slow. (Most) other drivers were nice about it, and would take turns pausing on tight areas.
Falls Creek Falls
Definitely one of my favorite hikes - I love a good running water feature, and trails that follow along creeks is my definition of a good trail! We parked at the Falls Creek Falls Trailhead (not to be confused with the Falls Creek Trailhead - although either road makes it to the falls).
We took trail 152A up to the base of the falls, then took 152 back. Although, when I do this trail again, I think I'd like to come back on 152A again. Or, do 152 first then come back on 152A.
152 was good - you've got a lovely forest to walk through. But 152A followed the creek, and I love that! Better to save the better part of the trail for last in my opinion.
Also - I checked the box for wildflowers, because the Dogwoods were in bloom! These can be overlooked flowers, but I rather enjoy them.
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