Skeleton Butte by Livingston Douglas

Skeleton Butte as viewed from the south, near the base of the service road.

This butte is not in the book. While it is a prominent high point on the north side of I-84, it is entirely on private property. I note that Livingston and others have recorded ascents to the communication equipment near the summit. Nevertheless, I do not recommend visiting this butte without first securing permission from the land owner. Additionally, since … Continue reading

Peak 4645 by Livingston Douglas

This peak is not in the book. Published November 2024 Peak 4645 is a minor hump that is located north-northwest of Norland near the Lincoln/Minidoka County line. This area is a mix of private and public land, so be careful. This climb is entirely on BLM land. USGS Norland Access From Exit 208/Burley on I-84, drive north on ID-27 for … Continue reading

Horse Butte by Livingston Douglas

This butte is not in the book. Private land impacts access to this butte. You should secure permission before climbing this peak. Published November 2024 Horse Butte is a rather insignificant hump along I-84. The west side of Horse Butte is almost entirely BLM land. To reach it, you must cross a short patch of private land near the base … Continue reading

Reptile Benchmark by Livingston Douglas

This peak is not in the book. Since this peak is on private land, you should get permission before climbing it. Published November 2024 Reptile Benchmark separates Lanes Gulch from the Raft River Valley on the south side of I-86 in southern Idaho. It is a ranked summit that is on private land. However, I encountered no signage or fencing … Continue reading

Pine Butte by Livingston Douglas

This peak is not in the book. Published November 2024 Pine Butte is located northeast of Butte Crater on the east side of Red Road in Fremont County. Though called a butte, it is actually a double crater formation with the official high point on the west rim of the east crater. USGS Pine Butte Access Same as for Butte … Continue reading

Butte Crater by Livingston Douglas

This peak is not in the book. Published November 2024 Butte Crater is located on the east side of Red Road in Fremont County, just east of Split Rock. Its high point is on the north rim of the crater. The very name “Butte Crater” is a contradiction in terms. USGS Split Rock Access Same as for North Junipers HP … Continue reading