This peak is not in the book. Published November 2022 Peak 8565 is somewhat overwhelmed by higher peaks in the Baker Creek area but it is, nonetheless, a handsome summit with a magnificent south ridge that makes for a beautiful scramble in mostly open or semi-open terrain. Crossing [raging] Baker Creek is the crux of this climb but, thankfully, there … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published November 2022 Peak 9846 is the high point on a ridgeline that parallels Murdoch Creek for a few miles. It is most easily climbed from the Murdoch Creek Trail and can be combined with a ridge traverse from Peak 9620 to its southwest. The 2-mile ridge traverse between Peak 9620 and Peak … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published November 2022 Peak 9620 sits at the head of Leroux Creek. It is on a long, high ridgeline that has Peak 9846 as its high point to the northeast. This ridgeline parallels the Murdoch Creek drainage for miles. The 2-mile ridge traverse between Peak 9620 and Peak 9846 is a worthwhile endeavor … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published November 2022 East Fisher Creek Peak is located on an open ridgeline that sits above Fisher Creek in the White Cloud Peaks. While there are patches of forest in this area, it is mostly sagebrush and field grass and has ample signs of deer and elk. East Fisher Creek Peak is slightly … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published November 2022 West Fisher Creek Peak is located on an open ridgeline that sits above Fisher Creek in the White Cloud Peaks. While there are patches of forest in this area, it is mostly sagebrush and field grass and has ample signs of deer and elk. West Fisher Creek Peak is slightly … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published November 2022 Peak 7575 is a gentle giant that sits due west of its higher and more popular neighbor, Timbered Dome (8,356 feet). It sits at the head of both Champagne Creek to its south and Chicken Canyon to its north. Peak 7575 is most easily reached from Champagne Creek Road via … Continue reading