Eightmile Creek (South Cascades)

Eightmile is a tributary of Panther Creek, located north of Carson, WA. The creek has several nice waterfalls, although loses some points as it's a long hike out; so fairly high pay-to-play. You will also need to cross Panther Creek at the bottom (which has at least triple the flow of Eightmile) and may be difficult / dangerous early in the season. It is likely that most canyoneers would enjoy the creek more by exiting after the second rappel and skipping the lower section.

From the upper parking area, just drop into the creek and go downstream.

Walk down the creek through a bit of nice bedrock initially. The creek goes through a narrow notch, passing through The Blue Pool with strange blue-green rock that is likely copper incorporated into the bedrock.

Unfortunately, the technical section is relatively short and sweet. Head downstream by the easiest available route. Expect up to 2 hours or more to reach Panther Creek (~1.4mi). Cross Panther Creek to the south shore. Either follow the bank or inland user trails to a campsite and follow trails back to the lower parking area. (About 5min from Panther Creek.)