The Pinnacles

Climbing and access information for this peak (called “Pinnacles Peak” in the book) is on Page 121 of the book. John Platt climbed this seldom-visited peak in 2019. His trip report is linked below. Updated August 2019 The Pinnacles stands out from its neighbors with a rugged summit block, steep towers trending north from the summit, and 1,200 feet of … Continue reading

Peak 8740

This peak is not in the book.  I have not climbed this peak. It is located 1.1 miles due north of the He Devil and west of Sheep lake. This is a 1984 shot which labeled them. Looking at it in 2014 and comparing to the map, I am not 100% positive this is the peak. USGS He Devil   … Continue reading

Devils Throne

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 101-103 of the book. Devils Throne is a long way from Sheep Lake, so it is not often climbed. This is a shame since the peak is both attractive and imposing. USGS He Devil … Continue reading

She Devil

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 99 of the book. The latest USGS elevations for this peak give it the same elevation as He Devil at 9,420 feet. So it is not clear which of the two peaks is the highest peak in the Seven Devils Mountains. Please see Ken Jones’ note on the He Devil … Continue reading

Lions Head

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 38 of the book. The route information contained in the book came from Neil McAvoy, who made the first ascent in 1964. I note that there is a SummitPost entry for this peak that is critical of the book entry, calling it completely wrong. Since Neil passed away many years … Continue reading

Al West Peak

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 270 of the book. Brett Sergenian has climbed a new route on the peak which is set out below. Al West Peak is the first peak north of Mount Borah on the main Lost River Range Crest. Rick Baugher made the first ascent via the peak’s South Ridge. Use the … Continue reading