Peak 4375 (Kodiak Peak)

This peak is not in the book. Margo Mandella revised this page in January 2020. Livingston Douglas added two new routes in 2023. Updated November 2023 Peak 4375 is a small ranked peak northeast of Boise, Idaho. The peak’s accessibility, open slopes, relatively short hiking distance, elevation gain, and steepness make it a quick outing for active people and also … Continue reading

Parks Peak

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 119 of the book. Updated July 2018 This peak is a long trail hike from the East Fork South Fork Salmon River. A fire lookout was located on the summit from 1930 to 1952. John Platt recently hiked this peak and reports that the trail is in good shape with … Continue reading

Sheep Mountain

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 149 of the book. The elevation has been corrected to 8,211 feet. Sheep Mountain marks the northern end of a ridge that was known to miners in the 1800’s as the Trinity Mountains. While not the highest peak in the range, it is one of the hardest to access since … Continue reading

Gunsight Peak

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 151 of the book. Eric Stewart provided the route update, including a map and photos from his 2019 climb which are set out below. Updated August 2019 This peak has eluded me. Those who have climbed report that it is a long, rewarding hike. USGS Ross Peak See John Platt’s … Continue reading

Peak 9027 (McCabe Peak)

This peak is not in the book. This peak and the surrounding summits may be the most spectacular peaks in the Lick Creek Range. It is undeniable that this area is the most difficult area to access in the Lick Creek Range. Updated October 2018 Peak 9027 is an extremely hard to reach. John Platt and friends climbed the peak … Continue reading