Peak 8401 (Majers Peak)

Peak 8401 viewed from near Cougar Saddle. John Platt Photo

This peak is not in the book. Published September 2019 Peak 8401 is located northeast of McCall and Payette Lake near Cougar Lake. It is another remote Lick Creek Subrange summit. Like many Lick Creek Subrange peaks, this peak is capped by a granite formation that raises the difficulty of reaching the highest point. USGS Blackmare Access The long journey … Continue reading

Feltham Creek Point

Feltham Creek Point viewed from the north.

This peak is not the book. Published September 2019 Feltham Creek Point is located roughly 21 miles northwest of Stanley, Idaho. This peak is a former fire lookout site. The view from the summit is exceptional and includes the Sawtooths and Cabin Creek Peak. USGS Pinyon Peak Access and Route, Class 1 Leave ID-21 18.0 miles east of Stanley by … Continue reading

Peak 8420

Peak 8420 viewed from the south.

This peak is not in the book. Published August 2019 Peak 8420 is located just north of Whitehawk Mountain. It is the highest point on the ridge that divides the Deadwood River drainage from the Bear Valley Creek drainage. This peak is a victim of the Pioneer Fire which burned much of the surrounding area. The summit is formed by a … Continue reading

Peak 8658

Peak 8658 viewed from Peak 8681.

This peak is not in the book. Published August 2019 Peak 8658 is located along Artillery Dome Road between Peak 8681 and Walkers Peak. Its big, rounded summit is an excellent viewpoint for surveying the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness. USGS Big Soldier Mountain Access To reach this peak, use the Warm Lake/Landmark/Stanley Road (FS-22/579), which runs across … Continue reading