Elevation: 9,930 ft
Prominence: 978
This peak is not in the book.
Benedict Peak is located northwest of Glens Peak along a ridge line that projects out between Benedict Creek to the west and Tenlake Basin to the east. The peak has significant prominence and, despite not reaching 10,000 feet, it should be on your peak list. While in the area, consider climbing Peak 9918 which sits above Ingeborg Lake between Benedict Peak and Glens Peak. USGS Mount Everly
Benedict Peak. John Platt Photo
Southeast Ridge, Class 3+
Gain the Southeast Ridge from Ingeborg Lake by making a traverse through the forest to the upper slopes between Benedict Peak and Peak 9918. Follow the Southeast Ridge to the summit. John Platt reports breathtaking exposure in spots and Dave Pahlas encountered some large boulders to scramble across.
The Southeast Ridge of Benedict Peak presents a few challenges. John Platt Photo
Use the links below to read John Platt and Dave Pahlas’ trip reports on this Peak.
Additional Resources
Mountain Range: Sawtooth Range
Longitude: -115.0504 Latitude: 43.97