Otter and Big Creek Falls - Taylor River

We encountered snow about .5 miles into the hike but it's melting fast and isn't too hard to walk on. There are a lot blowdowns across the trail but they only slowed us down a little. Right now snowmelt coming out of the mountains is creating some spectacular waterfalls and creeks are running high. This was a 10 mile hike roundtrip but didn't seem that bad, most likely because there is not a lot of elevation gain. lastly, the snowcapped peaks are fantastic for taking pictures.

Note on getting there: First, the Middle Fork Road is the worst road...ever.. Take your time and have fun dodging the 12 miles of potholes. Go past the Upper Middle Fork trailhead and take the next left. Ignore the sign posting that the area is closed. That was for last year and you are allowed foot traffic past the gate. Drive approx. .5 mile from the sign to the trailhead.