About this place

trailhead for two trails: Salmo Divide #535 Trail is located in the Salmo-Priest Wilderness Area. The first mile of the trail follows an old roadbed then continues for 2 miles along an open ridge at elevations of 6200' to 6400'. There are great views of surrounding peaks. This trail is part of an 18-mile loop system which also includes Salmo Basin Trail #506 and Shedroof Divide Trail #512. No motorized or mechanized equipment is allowed within the Wilderness area. Salmo Basin #506 trail is located in the Salmo-Priest Wilderness Area. Moderate to steep grades. The Salmo Basin contains an old growth cedar-hemlock forest. Trail crosses the south fork of the Salmo River which is a pristine stream containing bull trout. Seasonal streams along trail. Trail is part of an 18-mile loop system which also includes Shedroof Divide #512 and Salmo Divide #535. No motorized or mechanized equipment is allowed within the Wilderness area. From the junction of County Road 9345 (Sullivan Lake) and Forest Road 22 (Sullivan Creek), turn east and drive 5.9 miles to the junction of Forest Road 2022000 (Upper Sullivan Creek). Follow 2022000 for 13.4 miles to the trailhead. The trailhead has a vault toilet, fire ring and two hitching posts. Parking available for trucks and horse trailers.