This peak is not in the book. I ignored Sheephorn Mountain when I wrote the book because it has a road to the summit. Big mistake! This is an impressive peak with great views. The peak is located on the Eastern Edge of the Salmon River Mountains between Challis and Salmon. To reach the peak, take US-93 for 23 miles … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Peak 8256 is located on the border of Idaho County and Valley County in the Payette National Forest, just west of Goose Creek/Hazard Lake Road [(B)(1) on Page 134]. The peak lies on a long ridgeline anchored by Slab Butte to the south and Ladybug Peak to the north. Use the link to … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Eightmile Mountain is located northwest of the South Fork Payette River, West Spring Creek, and Warm Springs Campground. It is a moderate hike at 4.5 miles (one way) and 3500+ feet of elevation gain. The trailhead is on the East Side of the Warm Spring landing strip, just off ID-21. To get to … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Peak 8708 is located in the Lick Creek Range of the Payette National Forest. John Platt has been exploring this rugged and seldom-climbed area and provides an excellent route description. Use the link to his website for details. John’s route is Class 3. He states that there may be a possible Class 2 … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Peak 7905 sits NNW of Pilot Peak in the Boise National Forest. The peak can be climbed via ATV trails from either Freeman Peak to the south or from Coulter Summit to the north. USGS Sunset Mountain Access Access the peak from ID-21 at Mores Creek Summit by turning north onto FS-380. Follow this rough … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Wilson Peak sits northwest of Pilot Peak in the Boise National Forest. The peak can be climbed from Freeman Peak to the south or from Coulter Summit to the north. USGS Sunset Mountain Access and Route Access information is on the Peak 7905 page. Follow the route on that page to Peak 7905. Then … Continue reading