Along the way are old-growth cedars and hemlocks rising from a carpet of moss and ferns.
Camp sites are available on both sides of the river, which holds small cutthroat trout.
The route then crosses the river and continues on to the Salmo Cabin and Snowy Top Pass, which makes a good first-night stop for those planning to do the entire loop. The next day offers an excellent side trip to a lockout located at the top of Snowy Top.