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The World’s 100 Best Waterfalls

Panther Creek Falls

Carson, Washington, United States

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST WATERFALLS WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 65 2026
Panther Creek Falls

A 130-foot cascade splits into two tiers over moss-covered rock in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest near the Columbia River Gorge. A short, steep trail from a gravel pullout on a narrow forest road leads to upper and lower viewpoints.

Highlights

  • 130-foot two-tier cascade
  • Lower viewpoint at the base
  • Moss-covered rock face

Good to know

  • Walk down steep trail, muddy when wet
  • Trailhead has no signs, follow painted arrows
  • No restrooms or facilities at trailhead

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