Elevation: 5,839 ft
Prominence: 299
This peak is not in the book. Published June 2018
Krassel Knob is located on the West Side of the South Fork Salmon River just west of the Forest Service’s Krassel Work Center. This area has been scarred by forest fires and, as a result, offers many large vistas. USGS Fitsum Peak
The summit area of Krassel Knob. Art Troutner and John Platt. John Platt Photo
Access
South Fork Salmon River Road [(C)(1.1) on Page 139].
East Ridge (FST-089), Class 1
Follow FST-089 from the river to the summit in 2.7 miles with 2,800 feet of elevation gain. Use the link below to read John Platt’s 2018 trip report.
The beginning of FST-089. John Platt Photo
John’s GPS track.
Additional Resources
Mountain Range: Western Salmon River Mountains
Longitude: -115.75429 Latitude: 44.96889