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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.
At a Glance
| Fees: | No |
|---|---|
| Open Season: | Summer |
| Usage: | Medium |
| Closest Towns: | Metaline Falls, WA |
| Water: | Not available. Surface water should be treated. |
General Information
Directions: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 pulling horse trailers.
Google map directions to trailhead from Metaline Falls, WA
General Notes:
- USGS Map: Salmo Mountain
Activities
Day Hiking
- Nice day hike with scenic views of surrounding peaks, open alpine meadows.
| Difficulty Level: | Difficult |
|---|
Backpacking
- Great opportunity. Length of trip varies if combining this trail with other ones in the Wilderness area. Salmo Basin Trail #506, Shedroof Divide Trail #512 and Salmo Divide Trail #535 are part of an 18 mile loop.
Horse Camping
- See Sullivan Lake Trail Guide or contact Sullivan Lake Ranger District for campsites.
Horse Riding
- Looped trail systems are popular with horse enthusiasts.
Viewing Wildlife
- Variety of wildlife ranging from common whitetail deer to endangered woodland caribou and threatened grizzly bear. Other species of interest are bighorn sheep moose, elk, mountain lion, black bear, gray wolf, bald eagle and other bird species.
Viewing Plants
- Alpine Fir, Whitebark Pine and other alpine plants.
Viewing Scenery
- Spectacular views of the Salmo-Priest Wilderness, Selkirk Mountains in both the United States and Canada. Salmo Mountain Lookout located at the end of Forest Road 2220270 also offers great views.