Krall Mountain

This peak is not in the book. Krall Mountain is a good destination for the month of May before summer temperatures hit. The peak is located NNW of Prairie, Idaho. The peak was burned over by a massive forest fire in the early 1990s and is mostly treeless. Since it has nearly 1,000 feet of prominence, it is a great … Continue reading

Bald Mountain 5334

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 60 of the book. By my count, there are 44 Idaho summits that incorporate the word “Bald” into their name and 10 peaks named Bald Mountain. This one does not really have any features that make it stand out in this crowded field and, as I note in the book, … Continue reading

North Menan Butte by Livingston Douglas

North Menan Butte is located at the east end of the Snake River Plain. The butte is a popular hike in eastern Idaho. The BLM notes that the “Menan Buttes are two of the world’s largest tuff cones.” Unfortunately, South Menan Butte is on private property and is not accessible to the public. USGS Menan Buttes Access From US-20, take … Continue reading

Reeds Baldy

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 57-58 of the book. Reeds Baldy is a big dirigible-shaped peak located 2.8 miles south of Iron Mast Mountain and 2 miles northeast of Saint Joe Baldy. From the roadway north of Saint Joe Baldy [(B)2)(a)], follow the unmaintained ridge trail to the summit. This trail used to be maintained … Continue reading