Nearby Wilderness Areas
Within 10 miles of Somes Bar, the Marble Mountain Wilderness can be reached by two access points: Haypress trailhead and Wooley Creek trailhead. Both of these trails take you deep into the Marble Mountains, one of the most pristine wilderness areas in the country. Wooley Creek boasts the last remaining run of wild Spring Chinook salmon on the west coast.
If you follow the Salmon River upstream from Somes Bar, you can access the Russian Wilderness Area. Hike to Russian lake, a pristine alpine destination, not more than 5 miles from the trailhead! Or for a longer trip check out Statue or Big Blue lake.
The Trinity Alps Wilderness is home to the headwaters of the southfork of the Salmon River. The scenic vistas and craggy peaks of this wilderness area are well known to backpackers across the country. Try to reach the top of Thompson Peak, the Trinity's tallest, and you won't ever forget the view!