BFRO #3333: Large creature turned and stared at couple
📍 Location
Panthertown Valley, Nantahala National Forest, between Cullowhee and Franklin, NC, Between Cullowee and Franklin.OBSERVED: My girlfriend and I were riding the backroads when I noticed some small pine trees moving. Initially I thought it was the was the wind, but suddenly a figure e..., NC
Specific Location: Panthertown Valley access area (near Panthertown Trailhead/Forest Service roads surrounding the valley)
Coordinates: 35.37500, -83.14500
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35.3750°, -83.1450°
📝 Description
My girlfriend and I were riding the backroads when I noticed some small pine trees moving. Initially I thought it was the was the wind, but suddenly a figure emerged. My girlfriend grabbed my arm in fear. We were confronted by a large creature crossing the road. The creature turned and stared, it had ice blue eyes, was about seven and half feet tall. I guess it weighed maybe 350 to 450 lbs. It took two steps to cross the road, pausing to look half way. This was in 1973, I believe the area is now known as Panthertown valley. I cannot forget those ice blue eyes.
🔍 Circumstances
She was riding, talking and checking out new roads.
🌤️ Weather Conditions
11:30 PM
ℹ️ Additional Details
11:30 PM
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Case Information
- Case ID
- cmiz1negt022g8fys3e3ytwpq
- Primary Source
- BFRO
- Added to Map
- December 9, 2025
- Last Updated
- December 10, 2025