Galena Peak

Elevation: 11,153 ft
Prominence: 733

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Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 234 of the book.


Galena Peak is Idaho’s 94th-highest peak and is one of the most popular ascents in the Ketchum/Sun Valley area. The peak is most often climbed from ID-75 via either Cherry Creek or Senate Creek. The book provides directions for an ascent from Cherry Creek. Use the link below for Dan Robbins’ trip report for an ascent from Senate Creek. Great views abound from its summit. USGS Galena Peak

Galena Peak from Senate Peak.

Galena Peak as viewed from Senate Peak.

Galena Peak via Cherry Creek. Margo Mandella GPS track and graphic.

Galena Peak via Cherry Creek. Margo Mandella GPS track.

Galena Peak via Senate Creek. Margo Mandella GPS Track and graphic.

Galena Peak via Senate Creek. Margo Mandella GPS track.

The summit of Galena Peak.

The summit of Galena Peak.

The final section up the peak's west ridge.

The final section up the peak’s West Ridge.

A spire on the peak's southeast ridge.

A spire on the peak’s Southeast Ridge.

The top of the mountain.

The summit of Galena Peak.

 

Mountain Range: Boulder Mountains

Year Climbed: 1990

Longitude: -114.604105   Latitude: 43.88975

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