Panther Branch Trail
Frozen Head State Natural Area, Morgan County, TN
Out-and-back trail in Frozen Head State Natural Area, Morgan County, TN. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 988 ft (301 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 55 min
- High point
- 2,513 ft (766 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Debord Falls 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from start
- Trailhead: Emory Gap Trail 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Campsite: North Old Mac Campsite 4.3 mi (6.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Panther Branch Trail
How long is Panther Branch Trail?
Panther Branch Trail is 4.3 mi (6.9 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 55 min. It climbs 988 ft (301 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,513 ft (766 m).
How hard is Panther Branch Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Panther Branch Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Panther Branch Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Panther Branch Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Panther Branch Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Panther Branch Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Flat Fork StoryBook Trail Frozen Head State Natural Area · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Emory Gap Trail Frozen Head State Natural Area · Easy · 0.9 mi (1.5 km)
- Spicewood Trail Frozen Head State Natural Area · Hard · 5 mi (8 km)
- Old Mac Trail Frozen Head State Natural Area · Easy · 0.6 mi (0.9 km)
- South Old Mac Trail Frozen Head State Natural Area · Hard · 5.5 mi (8.9 km)
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