Walt wanted to help Loren Hall, the objective was to get to Dawson before the claim jumpers attacked Loren's property. They did their best in order to block the way and chase after Walt in Dawson with guns.
The conflict is between Walt and the stampeders.
Walt tries to save Loren Hall’s claim from the stampeders.
Stampeders try to steal Loren Hall’s claim and get rid of Walt.
