This peak is not in the book. It is the east summit of officially-named Gilmore Peak. Based on my visual observation, I believed there was a 50/50 chance that it is actually the highest point on the Gilmore Peak massif. My observation was recently confirmed by LiDAR measurements. Gilmore Peak is discussed on Page 304 of the book. Updated December … Continue reading
Shorty Peak is capped by a classic fire lookout which is reached via a 2.5-mile hike. The summit is actually the lower summit of Lone Tree Peak (6,771 feet). The Forest Service rents the lookout to the public on a “first come, first serve basis.” USGS Shorty Peak
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 124-125 of the book. BE CAREFUL Knuckle Peak, the most impressive feature of the Bighorn Crags, is the highest point on Fishfin Ridge. The peak was first climbed by Lincoln Hales and Pete Shoening in 1955. First a couple of photos and then 2 routes not included in the book. … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 114 of the book. Michael Stoger and his climbing partners put up many new routes on this peak’s North Face between 2002 and 2004. Thanks to Mike, these routes are documented below. Jughandle Mountain is probably the most popular summit in the Western Salmon River Mountains. Its popularity is due … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. I added my GPS track which covers Livingston’s route. Published 2024 Peak 8791 is located on the east side of Dry Creek and is due west of Buck Springs in the Lost River Range. It is most easily climbed from Dry Creek Road to its north but can also be climbed from the … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published November 2024 Peak 8992 is a newly-ranked summit (thanks to LiDAR). It separates Squaw Creek from Massacre Creek. Peak 8992 is a bump on the northeastern ramparts of massive Massacre Mountain (10,928 feet). USGS Massacre Mountain Access Same as for Peak 8387. This is the second leg of a 3-peak adventure that … Continue reading