Panther Branch Trailhead provides access to a 2. 6-mile moderate hiking trail that climbs 940 feet from the Tellico River to Skull Gap on Sugar Mountain.

The trailhead is located along Tellico River Road between North River Road and Green Cove, with parking on the north side of the river and trail access via a wood bridge crossing to the south side.

This hiking-only trail is maintained by volunteers and offers scenic views along Panther Branch creek.