Schoolhouse Falls at Panthertown
Panthertown Valley
moderate · 2.4 mi · +400 ft · ~1h 15m · 1h from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: waterfall, swimming hole, Panthertown
Schoolhouse Falls at Panthertown is a moderate 2.4-mile hike in Panthertown Valley, about 1h from downtown Asheville. Plan on 1h 15m with 400 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Moderate hike to a beautiful waterfall with a deep swimming hole.
Trailhead
35.1589, -82.9534
Make a day of it
- Smoke On BBQ (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 13.0 mi from the trailhead
- Wild Morel (Restaurants, ★ 4.4) — 13.3 mi from the trailhead
- The Bohemian Restaurant (Restaurants, ★ 4.9) — 13.3 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Schoolhouse Falls at Panthertown take?
About 1h 15m for the 2.4-mile hike, with 400 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Schoolhouse Falls at Panthertown?
It's rated moderate: 2.4 miles with 400 ft of climbing.
How far is Schoolhouse Falls at Panthertown from Asheville?
About 1h by car from downtown Asheville, in Panthertown Valley.
Is Schoolhouse Falls at Panthertown dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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