11 miles of hiking • 2000' elevation gain •
Plenty of smoke in the area but it wasn't bad on this trail! This is an awesome hike in the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness but not many views for those that need open expanses. The Salmon River seemed cloudy and we were wondering if there was some ash from the fires that made its way from some tributary streams in the fire region? This is typically pristine clear water and we had no other explanation, not that were knowledgeable about this stuff. Most of the streams along this trail still had running water. We intersected the Linney Creek trail and headed down to see if there was a bridge over the Salmon River. The answer is no! The bridge appeared to have rotted away as only some remnants remained. I believe this area could be crossed if your so inclined. There is a swimming hole where the bridge had been, according to some forest service literature online. The hike was mostly cool and under the canopy, but NO hikers on the trail! Many fallen trees but all are easily passable! Exceptional hiking day!
