Taming the mighty Burgen Creek Falls

  • Measuring 31 feet in height, Burgen Creek Falls is a hidden gem off Atoah Road. Until the publication of this column, that is. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com
    Measuring 31 feet in height, Burgen Creek Falls is a hidden gem off Atoah Road. Until the publication of this column, that is. Photos by Kevin Hensley/editor@grahamstar.com
  • Hoot Gibbs (left) and The Graham Star historical columnist Marshall McClung prepare to measure the height of the secluded falls.
    Hoot Gibbs (left) and The Graham Star historical columnist Marshall McClung prepare to measure the height of the secluded falls.
“Me and Hoot want to invite you on a hike.” “Sure! Let’s go when I get back from the beach.” Thus went the conversation that led to my first foray to Burgen Creek Falls, which is roughly 1 1/4…

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