Most of this run is through a beautiful, isolated, wooded gorge decorated by numerous shale cliffs and rock formations. Shady hemlock bends are common. This is a tiny and twisting stream where you are always close to the quickly changing scenery and as a result, opportunities for viewing wildlife are good here. There are lots of rapids and riffles formed by gravel bars and small broken ledges and at times the white water is pushy and continuous. A few spots require hard right-angle turns and fallen trees are a hazard. There is also a low-water bridge to be aware of in Little Orleans. This route is only runnable in spring or winter within two days of hard rain.