This river is one of only a few designated for its entire length as "wild and scenic." The Salmon River begins in the snowfields of Mt. Hood and ends in the Sandy River, cascading in numerous waterfalls in the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness before reaching its lower forested canyons. Only an hour drive from Portland, Oregon the Salmon River is a popular for wild salmon and steelhead fishing. Other activities along the river include hiking, nordic and alpine skiing, and camping.