The main trails of the Bob Marshall Wilderness all lead into or out of the South Fork of the Flathead River valley. This valley is wide in places, and big Salmon Lake - the largest in the Wilderness - is perhaps one of the most popular destinations in the backcountry. Outfitters have been packing into the South Fork area since the 1920s when the "rich and famous" from Hollywood and elsewhere came here for adventure and to get away from the pressures of city life. The South Fork is the heart of the Wilderness area and many historic landmarks are accessible from here.
