A roughly 20-foot plunge on Greenland Creek in Panthertown Valley, Nantahala National Forest, that drops into a wide pool you can wade in or walk behind during low flow. It is the most popular waterfall in the Panthertown area.
At 20 ft, it stands above roughly 12% of the 775 documented falls in this guide.
Its water comes from Greenland Creek. You'll find it in Jackson, North Carolina. It is protected within Nantahala National Forest (USFS).
This is a moderate hike waterfall: a longer day hike, roughly one to several miles each way. Plan for a moderate hike; sturdy shoes, water, and a little time on the trail are worth bringing. The walk to the main viewpoint runs about 2.5 miles round trip. Base a visit out of Cashiers, the closest town.
When to go: spring. Expect the strongest flow in spring and after big storms, with a quieter trickle by late summer; confirm current conditions with the land manager before committing to the drive.
