Purtyman Falls

A seasonal waterfall, just south of West fork. A steep approach followed by a technical section that's worth the effort. Recommended for small groups of experienced canyoneers. Anchor building to be expected.

Hike up AB Young to the drainage. Note - almost zero shade on the approach, and eastern facing, so very sunny in the mornings.

After up to 5 rappels under 65' and short downclimbs you will arrive at the big drop, a 550' rappel sequence. The anchor for the big rappel sequence is off a large pine on the right. The first big rappel is less than 250' and will land you on a ledge RDC next to a large tree. Ledge is large enough for 3 people comfortably, 4 in a pinch. Much larger than ledges in Waterholes, Garden Creek, or End of Rope, PAS still recommended. Set the rope RDC and Avoid going LDC into the main watercourse. The final rappel is 300' into a narrow corridor at the bottom.

Leave a shuttle at West Fork. From the last rappel gear down and stem your way out of the crack. Hike down the drainage a short distance. The closer you get to the creek you will encounter blackberries. Avoid the blackberries by going up a hill on the left. From the top of the hill follow the powerlines and faint trail that ends at a small drainage. Take a right and connect with the spur trail om the left. Follow the spur trail back to West Fork and your shuttle vehicle.