Although the the official name classifies this group of peaks as “hills,” the Pleasantview Hills are a mountain range Oneida County. The peaks in the range that reach over 7,000 feet support Douglas fir forests and aspen groves, while the lower hills are mostly brush-covered. The Pleasantview Hills are located in the Great Basin physiographic province and have similarities with … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. One of the shortest of the 47 Idaho peaks with a name containing the word “bald,” this Bald Mountain is much more impressive than it’s 5,122-foot elevation would suggest. The peak rises up quickly from Payette River Canyon to its high point, which offers a stunning view of the surrounding countryside. USGS Garden … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Livingston Douglas added two additional routes to the original post. Updated November 2020 Stani Peak is a small peak on the main White Knob Mountains Crest. This sagebrush-covered mountain is located between Sheep Mountain (9,649 feet) and Big Flat Top/Alder Knob (9,380 feet). USGS Big Blind Canyon Livingston Douglas Routes Access Antelope Creek … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Peak 9486 sits midway between Alpine Peak and Merritt Peak on the connecting ridge line. Lists of John identifies the peak as South Alpine Peak and Dave Pahlas calls it White Rock Peak. Climb the peak via the saddle on its West Ridge and the West Ridge. See Dave Pahlas’ trip report for … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. This peak is located on the main Sawtooth Crest at the top of the Alpine Creek drainage and southwest of Snowyside Peak. The name Alpine Creek Lake Peak is derived from a Dave Pahlas trip report and the peak’s geographic setting. Dave Pahlas climbed the peak from Flytrip Basin to the north and … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 164 of the book. Updated September 2019 A subsidiary ridge running east from the main crest north of Fishhook Creek contains 4 formations that were first explored and climbed by the Iowa Mountaineers. From east to west, these formations are Mount Bush, Mount Bruce, Harriets Pinnacle and Schwartz Pinnacle. From … Continue reading