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Dispersed

Panther Top Dispersed Site

Nantahala National Forest · Murphy, NC

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This is a dispersed-camping point on public land. Fire restrictions, road conditions, and access change seasonally. Verify with the managing agency before traveling.

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  • Address:Murphy, NC
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Dispersed campsites are primitive camping areas that don't have bathrooms or many of the other amenities you will find at developed campgrounds. Dispersed camping is only allowed at designated areas. For site-specific information, call the local ranger station.

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Amenities

Picnic Tables
Fire Rings

Campground Rules

  • Campfires generally permitted — verify current fire restrictions before lighting

Within ~30 miles

Trails near Panther Top Dispersed Site

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Panther Top

Panther Top

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2.3 mi607 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Moderate
Hanging Dog Campground Trail

Hanging Dog Campground Trail

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3.2 mi1,040 ftgain
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Farmer Top Overlook

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0.9 mi98 ftgain
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Cherokee Lake

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Old Murphy Highway Trail

Old Murphy Highway Trail

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2.4 mi528 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Moderate
Murphy River Walk

Murphy River Walk

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3.4 mi436 ftgain
TrailDifficulty: Moderate

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Hunting units around this campground

During hunting seasons, wear blaze orange and check regulations — see the North Carolina hunting page

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