Cervidae Peak

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 146 of the book. Livingston Douglas added two new routes to this page. Updated November 2023 Cervidae Peak is located in the Boise Mountains just north of Lucky Peak Lake. The peak’s name originated with Dan Robbins and, thanks to Dan’s efforts, the name was adopted by the U.S. Board … Continue reading

Shaw Mountain (Lucky Peak)

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 144-145 of the book. Access issues have closed two routes listed in the book (Rocky Canyon and Table Rock). Recent maps show the elevation at 5,904 feet, a slight difference from the book. Livingston Douglas added two photos showing the peak from additional perspectives. Updated November 2023 Shaw Mountain, also … Continue reading

Kepros Mountain

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 152 of the book. This update contains more detailed information than the book. In the book, the name is misspelled as Kerpos. Livingston Douglas points out that “As of 2023, there are no cairns at the bypasses. Indeed, the bypasses [described below] have become the main, well-beaten trail to the … Continue reading

Mount Heinen

This Grand Slam peak is not in the book. There are 4 routes listed below in order of popularity. All four routes involve steep Class 2 hiking. Livingston Douglas added a new route. His submission is set out down the page. Updated November 2023 Mount Heinen is located in the Boise Mountains about 4 miles NNW of Arrowrock Reservoir. This … Continue reading

Peak 10850 (Sheep Pen Peak)

This peak is not in the book. The following route information and photo were provided by Rick Baugher.  Sheep Pen Peak is one of the most visible of the high peaks as seen from Challis and Round Valley. It is the northernmost 10,000-foot summit in the Pahsimeroi Subrange of the Lost River Range. It is believed to be the last … Continue reading

Mount Borah: Peak Information and Climbing Guide

This great peak is situated in the Lost River Range located in the Challis National Forest. At 12,662 feet, it is Idaho’s highest peak and is usually called “Mount Borah,” or just “Borah” by Idahoans. Borah is one of seven 12ers in the Lost River Range. Borah is a complex and attractive mountain with relatively good rock. Even if it … Continue reading