This peak is mentioned in the book on Page 255. Published November 2022 Bell Rock is a magnificent, intimidating rocky outcrop that is Class 5 in almost all directions. It has only one weakness: its southeast face which goes at Class 3. Bell Rock is the high point of the Garfield Mountain massif. USGS Muldoon Access Same as for Garfield … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published November 2022 Peak 6641 is the high point of a ridgeline that sits above the north side of Salix Creek in the Soldier Mountains. It separates Hawk Gulch from Salix Creek. Peak 6641 is most easily reached from Salix Creek Road which is a weak, 2-track affair best suited for ATVs. USGS … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published November 2020 Peak 6700 is located due west of Chimney Benchmark (7,162 feet). It sits above Salix Creek and has an intimidating southwest face. It is seldom climbed. This is the first leg of a 3-peak adventure that includes Peak 6700, Chimney Benchmark, and Peak 6641. This summit is located on State … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. For a winter ascent of this peak, use the three trip reports linked below. Published November 2022 Chimney Benchmark is a big mountain that separates Chimney Creek from Cow Creek in the Soldier Mountains. It has some old 2-track roads that will get you close to the summit area. The summit is located … Continue reading
This butte is not in the book. Published November 2022 White Butte is located due south of Walters Butte. The butte is located on posted, private land that is closed to the public. USGS Walters Butte Access White Butte is located southeast of Walters Ferry, ID. Turn right/east off ID-45 onto Walters Ferry Road and drive east to its [signed] … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. The land owner has stressed that there is no public access and that he will not grant permission to climb the butte. Revised February 2024 Walters Butte is a distinctive volcanic feature that rises just north of the Snake River. It is on posted, private land that is closed to the public. It … Continue reading