Melton Creek is lightly traveled, thus peace and seclusion is an almost guarantee. The view from the trail is terrific and offers photographic opportunities. The upper segment of the trail has panoramic view of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. The lower segment of the trail is in a rugged picturesque canyon with views of the creek and rimrocked canyon walls. There are a few places available for camping along the trail with water available for stock.

Diamond Trailhead does not have any facilities for user groups. Parking is limited at the trailhead. This is one of the first hit areas on the District by winter snow falls, thus it is hazardous to get out of the trailhead when there is a snow cover.

Wilderness - No motorized equipment or mountain bikes.

Open to foot and horseback only

Practice Leave-No-Trace camping ethics. Pack all garbage out

Trail parking permit required

This trail is maintained for foot and horseback traffic only since it is located within the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness. The first portions of the trail descends steeply from Diamond into Chaparral Basin (about 3.5 miles) over a rocky trail tread. Then it descends more gradual once it starts following along Melton Creek.

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