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Mac's Falls Loop via Panthertown Valley Trail

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6.6 mi
Distance
3 hrs 42 min
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terrain
472 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate loop trail in Nantahala National Forest (Nantahala Ranger District).

This trail goes by Mac's Falls, Sand Beach, and Schoolhouse Falls.

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    4 years ago
    Nice walk along the great wall of Panthertown Valley. Beautiful weather, highly recommend this.
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

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Scott Dean 4 years ago
Panthertown Wall
With Ken and Steve. Mid 70F on 3 Dec 22
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HappyLake7120 2 weeks, 6 days ago
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Michael Rossi 6 years, 2 months ago

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