Scenic canyon with vertical cliffs rising from streambanks. Challenging rapids for floaters. R F Outstanding trout fishery. W Interesting two-level canyon cut in basalt formations. Wildlife habitat in valley bottom.
River provides challenging boating and fishing opportunities.
The entire drainage is recognized as a distinctive visual resource. The upper portions of the stream channel are characterized by a gentle canyon morphology. The lower one-third of the stream including Hammer Creek to the mouth follows a deep rugged canyon. W See initial comments. Cayuse Creek Clearwater Proposed Hoodoo Wilderness boundary in Sec.