Bearhead Mountain, the highest peak of the Clearwater Wilderness, is in elevation. Below are the headwaters of the north-flowing
Clearwater River, and many streams. Eight small lakes, including Summit Lake, are within the wilderness area.
Old-growth forests of
Douglas fir,
western hemlock and
western redcedar are protected, and are reachable by hiking trails. The forest understory is made up mostly of
ferns and
mosses. Wildlife in the area includes bears, deer, marmots, elk, cougars and pikas, as well as birds like eagles, grouse and songbirds. ==Trails==