Here the valley begins to narrow down and tree cover dominates the steep hill sides along the Wise River. There are a number of summer as well as permanent residences along this section of the road. For the next 20 miles the road follows fairly close to the Wise River, traveling primarily through timbered hills with interspersed openings in the form of willow bottoms and dry grass and sage brush covered hills. Along this section of road, there are five established campgrounds, Fourth of July, Lodgepole, Boulder, Willow, and Little Joe. Fourth of July is located 11 miles from the town of Wise River, Lodgepole and Boulder are 12 miles from town and Willow and Little Joe are 13 and 20 miles respectively.
All campgrounds have parking spurs, tables, fire grates, toilets, and water from a hand pump.
There are also numerous dispersed campsites along the Byway where individuals can pull off and picnic or camp. These sites have few or no developments and are used as overflow areas when the established campgrounds become full, or by individuals who want to rough it and get away from developed areas. Pull outs and interpretative sites are being planned for the Byway and some are in the process of being constructed. These sites will provide an historical overview of the area, explain its ecology and geology, and elucidate past and present forest management practices. Wildlife such as moose and deer can be seen along the Byway as well as an occasional elk.