This peak is not in the book. Paradise Peak is one of the more impressive summits in the Smoky Mountains. Unlike the peaks close to Ketchum, it is remote and seldom climbed but is well worth a visit. The map below shows access and route information. USGS Paradise Peak Access The most direct route is from the South Fork Boise … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 118 of the book. Please note that the book incorrectly states the peak’s elevation at 9,710 feet. Blue Bunch Mountain is an enjoyable but strenuous hike. Its significant prominence ensures that the view from the top is huge. USGS Blue Bunch Mountain … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Bear Valley Mountain is located in the southern reaches of the Central Salmon River Mountains. It rise abruptly above Bruce Meadows and offers a great view of the surrounding area, much of which has burned in the past 20 years. The lookout is no longer used and looks like it could topple at … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 262 of the book. Updated October 2018 Wildhorse Peak is a ranked summit and provides one of the best viewpoints in Idaho. Its summit is perched at the East End of the White Knob Mountains. It is bordered to the south and east by the Pioneer Mountains. If this were … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 112 of the book. To supplement the book entry, I have included a few photos and the GPS track John Platt recorded on our 2012 ascent of the peak. Updated December 2019 South Loon Mountain is located northeast of Lick Creek Summit and south of North Loon Mountain. North and … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 106-107 of the book. The route in the book climbs Tripod Peak from the north. It is the shortest way to the summit. I added a GPS track showing the two north approaches and a link to John Platt’s trip report for the north routes. In 2013, I hiked Tripod … Continue reading