Deer and elk favor open forests. Moose browse on willows growing along the lakeshore. Mule deer, coyotes, black and grizzly bears, martens and red squirrels also frequent this area. Trails Look and listen for pika and marmots in boulder fields along the trails. Moose browse on willows and other shrubs growing along creeks.
Black bears frequent both canyons.
Mule deer are occasionally seen at canyon mouths. Trails Willows growing along Beaver Creek provide food for moose. Elk graze on lush grasses and deer browse on shrubs that proliferated since the area burned in 1985. List of Mammals Key to Symbols a Abundant likely to be seen in appropriate habitat and season. Rare unexpected even in appropriate habitat and season.