The Shady Cove Campground Trailhead.
An information plaque at the Shady Cove Campground Trailhead.
The Shady Cove Campground Trailhead.
The Little North Santiam River from the bridge at the Shady Cove Campground Trailhead.
The Little North Santiam River from the bridge at the Shady Cove Campground Trailhead.
Thick forest surrounds the trail.
Thick forest surrounds the trail.
Views between the trees of the vibrant river.
Views between the trees of the vibrant river.
One of many footbridges crossing a creek.
A creek crossing.
One of many footbridges crossing a creek.
Views between the trees of the vibrant river.
Views between the trees of the vibrant river.
Lush greenery of the forest, especially in the spring.
A rocky bar that is ideal for swimming.
Views between the trees of the vibrant river.
The Three Pools swimming area.
The Three Pools swimming area.
The Three Pools swimming area at high flow.
The Three Pools swimming area at high flow.
Some bridges are still passable despite winter storm damage.
Views between the trees of the vibrant river.
Some bridges are still passable despite winter storm damage.
A rudimentary footbridge crossing a small creek.
Vegetation growing right off a downed tree.
One of many footbridges crossing a creek.
A view of the adjacent Henline Mountain from the high point of the trail.
Cliffs high above the river.
The emerald green waters of the river are quite inviting.
Henline Mountain above the Little North Santiam River.
Evening light on some gentle rapids.