"Old" Salmon River Trail follows the Salmon River in lush old growth forest. While the grade is mostly gentle, there are some short hills. The trail comes up onto the road at a few points. During winter and spring seasons, be prepared for fording a couple creeks.

Directions: From Sandy, Take Hwy. 26 to Welches, Oregon. One mile east of the traffic light, turn on to Salmon River Road (2618) and continue to the trailhead.