Elevation: 9,016 ft
Prominence: 1,236
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 338 of the book. Livingston Douglas added a new photo. Updated October 2025
Garns Mountain is the second-highest peak in the Big Hole Mountains. Piney Peak is four feet higher according to the latest measurements. See the Garns Mountain, Piney Peak and Red Butte Traverse page for updated details on how to reach these three summits. Also, use the link below to see Dan Robbins’ trip report. USGS Garns Mountain
Garns Mountain as viewed from Peak 8298 to its west. Livingston Douglas Photo
View from the summit of Garns Mountain, looking east toward the Teton Range. Dan Robbins Photo
Additional Resources
Mountain Range: Big Hole and Snake River Mountains
Longitude: -111.33279 Latitude: 43.66329