The exact location of several formations as been in question. Thankfully, Brian Westphal has determined through LiDAR analysis the exact elevation of the formations. Additionally, he researched the literature covering the climbing history of the ridge and pinned down the locations of the named formations. This page has been revised based on Brian’s findings. Based on his research the locations … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Brian Westphal provided the literature citation: Seven Pinnacles of Verita Ridge by Dan Davis, AAJ, Vol. 13, Issue 2, 1963. Elevation and prominence figures are based on recent LiDAR measurements. December 2025 Damocles is situated on the northeast ridge of Monte Verita between Tilted Slab Pinnacle and Leaning Tower. This section of the … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Despite the fact that a trail crosses its West Ridge, until Brett submitted no one had reported climbing this peak. Updated May 2021 Peak 9934 is located due south of Imogene Lake, east of the Sawtooth Crest, and west of Imogene Peak. In October 2019 I attempted this peak from the west but … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Peak 9955 is located north of Toxaway Lake and southwest of Imogene Lake on the Sawtooth Crest. Although no one has reported climbing this peak Brett Sergenian reports that there is a man made cairn on its summit. USGS Snowyside Peak Access South Ridge [(A)(4)(a.1) on Page 206] East Ridge [(A)(5)(a) on Page … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 205 of the book. Flat Top Mountain is located midway between Browns Peak and Nahneke Mountain on the Queens Divide. USGS Nahneke Mountain … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 205 of the book. Browns Peak is located in the middle of the Queens River Divide. USGS Nahneke Mountain … Continue reading