PANTHER CREEK FALLS (and beyond)

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PANTHER CREEK FALLS (and beyond)

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Panther Creek Falls

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Oct 26 2025 7:00 am >> Sun, Oct 26 2025 3:00 pm

Registration Opens:

Thu, Aug 21 2025 7:07 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Oct 24 2025 7:07 pm

Event Duration:

8 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult (Exploratory)

Distance:

11.7 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Kiran

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

12 / 7 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Note: This is an "EXPLORATORY" trip. This means that there are parts of this trip, or perhaps the whole trip, that is new to your Trip Leader(s). However, they are confident that this will not be an issue.
This note is here so that you can make an informed decision. When a Trip Leader isn't personally familiar with a trip, there is an increased chance of things not going as planned and you need to be prepared. The Trip Leader may have additional details in the itinerary.

Itinerary:

IMPORTANT: This is a strenuous, moderately fast-paced hike with 1900+ foot elevation gain, some rock scrambling, and possible water crossings. You must be able to maintain a 2.2 - 2.5 mph pace, and have recent D3+ (or equivalent) experience to sign up.

So, if you have mobility issues, are recovering from injury, or prefer a slower pace, please sit this one out!

For years now, my hiking buddies have been going on, ad nauseam, about this Panther Creek Falls trail, so I decided to do my own research and find out what all the fuss was about. Then, I found this summary: The Panther Creek Falls trail highlights include beautiful waterfall views, a refreshing swimming hole, and well-maintained sections. Challenges are muddy trails, steep inclines, and confusing signage. Bring bug spray and wear sturdy footwear. Well... they had me at muddy trails and steep inclines; the confusing signage was a plus!

So, the grand plan is to breathe deeply as we hike downhill through the white pine and hemlock forest, past the various cascades to the main waterfall, and then continue downhill till the trail ends where Panther Creek meets Davidson Creek, or when my app tells me to turn around, whichever comes first. Then, we turn around and head uphill, back to the Falls, where we'll take a longish (lunch and dip) break, before heading back to our cars.

Required Items to Bring:

Weather appropriate clothing
Hiking boots/shoes w/ good traction
Water (2 to 3 litres), and
Your SOH (sense of humor)

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Trekking poles
Hat & sunglasses
Raingear or poncho (just in case)
Snack/Lunch
Camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

On the day before the event, I will email participants the exact meeting location and detailed directions.

Notes:

Please, no unregistered guests or +Ones!

Late cancellations, particularly within 36 hours of the event, make it difficult for those on the waitlist to attend. Please be courteous to your fellow AOC members and cancel with as much notice as possible.

Please note: Members who sign up and fail to attend an event with an active waitlist, will automatically earn a “no show.”

If you need to get in touch with me, the best way is to TEXT me with your NAME at 4O4 7-Five-4 5OO5.

I usually hike RAIN-or-SHINE! However, in case of severe weather or other unforeseen emergencies that warrant a cancellation, I will text/email you at least TWO HOURS before the start of the event.

* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:

There is no cost for this event.

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

If Life happens, and you need to cancel, please go to the AOC website and deregister by the deadline. If the site will not cooperate, TEXT me with your NAME at 4O4 7-Five-4 5OO5. FYI, thanks to those annoying robocalls, calling me will send you to my voicemail, but feel free to leave a message.

In order to earn credit for this event, participants must begin and complete the entire hike/event with the group, or within the stated time frame.

Waiting List

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