April through June is known for winter runoff where the snow in the high country melts causing water levels in our rivers and tributaries to rise, sometimes to dangerous levels. Spring is also one of the best times to view wildlife in the area because of spring migration, a large reason due to our area being home to the largest mule deer population in the country with 433,000. Elk, moose, bear, mountain lion, turkeys, eagles and other wildlife can also be seen in town and throughout the area. Popular spring recreation activities are spring skiing/snowboarding, wildlife viewing, hiking, fishing. Late spring is good for rock climbing and mountain biking after the moisture caused by runoff has dried for the year.