Following the Pacific Northwest Trail from Whiskey Bend Road, this hike first goes above the Grand Canyon of the Elwha and then into the canyon. A good place to camp if needed is just before entering the canyon. The first part of the route downstream goes through some mini gorges. The Grand Canyon section is about two and a half miles long, after which the river enters Geyser Valley. There are good campsites in this valley as well and this is also where you can access the trail back to the trailhead. There are no waterfalls in this canyon and many forced swim areas.