Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 99-100 of the book. The latest official elevation for this peak is 9,420 feet which replaces the prior 9,393-foot measurement. As you will read below, there is a question about whether He Devil or She Devil is the highest peak in the Seven Devils Mountains. Both peaks now have official … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 103 of the book. Since I published the book, I have climbed the peak via a new route, descended the route in the book and heard from other climbers about their experiences on the route in the book. So please read below for more details. Advanced route-finding skills are essential … Continue reading
The Seven Devils Mountains extend along the Idaho/Oregon border for roughly 40 miles between the towns of Whitebird and Council. They are bounded by the Snake River on the west and the Salmon and Little Salmon Rivers on the east. The range, which ranks high among Idaho’s mountain chains in terms of ruggedness and scenic quality, is the state’s most … Continue reading
The West Mountains are discussed on Pages 104-108 of the book. The book only covered the main West Mountain Crest. In addition to updates on the main crest peaks the website also includes the southwest West Mountains peaks. The West Mountains are a north-south trending mountain range, which is the westernmost extension of the Idaho Batholith. The range is separated … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 215 of the book. All of the routes to this peak involve long approach walks. You will run into dirt bikes and ATVs if you go on a weekend, but this is still a great hike. In fact, this peak is on my 25 Favorite Idaho Climbs list. USGS Jumbo … Continue reading
The Soldier Mountains are discussed on Pages 214-217 of the book. Updated July 2019 The Soldier Mountains are located north of Fairfield, Idaho at the southern edge of the Idaho batholith. The range covers a roughly triangular piece of real estate 30 miles wide and 15 miles from north to south. This range is bordered by the Camas Prairie to the … Continue reading