Crow Creek Falls was part of historic Hawkeye Placer mine which was patented in the 1920's. In 2002 a non-profit group, American Land Conservancy purchased the parcel. They in partnership with the Montana Mining Association and the Montana Wilderness Association are now in the process of cleaning up the old mining debris and equipment and reclaiming this unique recreational destination.

The Hawkeye patent is within a large "road less" portion of the Elkhorn Wildlife Management Unit and Crow Creek is the largest watershed in the unit. Crow Creek Falls is a major natural feature and the area a sanctuary for many wildlife species including the threatened Canadian Lynx, the sensitive Goshawk and Westslope Cutthroat Trout.

Signs of old gold mining activities can be seen along this historic trail as you swing back to the creek and the faint roar of the falls. At the end of this 3.5 mile hike is Crow Creek Falls flowing over an ancient rock formation dropping 40 feet into a crystalline pool.