Donkey Hills

The eastern slopes of the Lost River Range are buttressed by three ridges that parallel the main crest. From north to south, these three groupings are the Donkey Hills, the Red Hills, and the Hawley Mountains. The Donkey Hills are the largest of these three groups. The Donkey Hills trend from northwest to southeast and include seven ranked summits. There … Continue reading

Peak 5354

Peak 5354. John Platt Photo

This peak is not in the book. Published May 2020 This peak is located northwest of New Meadows at the far south end of the Seven Devil Mountains. Mud Creek is on its east side and the Weiser River is on its west side. USGS Railroad Saddle Access Drive west from New Meadows on US-95 for 5.3 miles. Turn right … Continue reading

Peak 4820

The summit of Peak 4820. John Platt Photo

This peak is not in the book. Published May 2020 This peak sits directly north of Pittsburgh Saddle. Its slopes offer great views of Hells Canyon. USGS Grave Point Access Primary access is via FS-493/Pittsburgh Landing Road [(A)(2) on Page 104]. Park at the saddle to climb the peak’s south ridge. South Ridge, Class 2 The south ridge is a … Continue reading

Wild Horse Butte

Wild Horse Butte viewed from the east. John Platt Photo

This peak is not in the book. Published May 2020 This peak is located north of Pittsburgh Saddle in the northern Seven Devils. The summit sits due west of the range’s crest and south of Camp Howard Ridge. USGS Grave Point Access Primary access is via FS-493/Pittsburgh Landing Road [(A)(2) on Page 104]. Turn onto FS-493F roughly 0.5 miles below … Continue reading

Camp Howard Ridge

Camp Howard Ridge viewed from the south. John Platt Photo

This peak is not in the book. Published May 2020 Camp Howard Ridge is the last major summit at the north end of the Seven Devil Mountains. Thanks to its 1,700+ feet of prominence, it is a great perch from which to view this seldom-visited corner of Idaho. Mike Hays reports that this peak “is the highest point near the Idaho … Continue reading

Peak 6652 (Holdover Peak)

This peak is not in the book. Published May 2020 This peak is located on the west side of the South Fork Salmon River and east of the Lick Creek Range crest. Its low elevation makes it a good early-season destination. Use the link below to read John Platt’s trip report for ascent details. USGS White Rock Peak … Continue reading