| Panthertown Map of Panthertown Area (61kb) |
Panthertown Creek is located on the
Highlands Ranger District and managed by the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
Commission under the “Wild Trout Waters-catch and release, single hook,
artificial lures only” classification.
This area provides back country fishing opportunities for the angler.
Access: From Highlands take Highway 64 East. Continue through Cashiers into the Sapphire community. Turn left onto NC1121. At the third river crossing is Panthertown Creek.
Camping:
Primitive camping is allowed on forest service lands throughout the
Panthertown area except where “no camping” signs are posted.
Species Present:
Native Brook Trout (wild)
Season: Panthertown creek streams are all managed under catch and release. Only artificial lures with one single hood are permitted. These waters are marked with blue and gold signs.
