Much of the higher country is alpine with open basins and barren rocky ridges. From December through May you can expect the high country to be covered in snow. Firs and aspen are commonly found growing in patches at higher elevations with juniper, mountain brush, sagebrush and grass covering much of the lower territory. Cattle are still allowed to graze in portions of the area. Backpackers and horsepackers enjoy this area but not in great numbers, and you will often have the trails to yourself, especially on weekdays.
Trails often cross extremely rough terrain.
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