This peak is the highest point of the massif of a peak that includes the famous Elephants Perch (its west summit). The Elephants Perch is discussed in the book on Pages 176-180. This mountain was named Saddleback Mountain by the early settlers. Its name is shown on old maps. However, the name was not adopted by the Board of Geographic … Continue reading
This formation is not in the book. The name Mayan Temple mistakenly shows up as Japan Peak in the book. Ray Brooks explained the source of the confusion which dates back to 1972. Ray reports : “ In September 1972, we did make a nice first ascent of a pinnacle on the ridgeline just northeast of Japan Peak. We named … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for the La Fiamma formation is discussed on Pages 196-197 of the book. The elevation and prominence figures are estimated because the formation is not shown on the USGS topo. Published December 2023 La Fiamma is reportedly an impressive rock spire located on the southwest shoulder of Packrat Peak. It was first climbed by Fred Beckey, Steve … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 103 of the book. Published December 2023 Twin Imps are a multi-summited peak located on the main Seven Devils crest south of the Devils Throne. The north summit is the high point. The route information in the book is based on the first ascent by the Mazamas in 1963. The … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book. Published December 2023 Peak 10014 is located on the Heyburn Divide due east of Braxon Peak and northeast of the Aguilles. Surprisingly, while it was climbed at some point, it was overlooked by climbers until LiDAR measurements identified it as exceeding ten thousand feet. USGS Mount Cramer Access Same as for Braxon Peak. … Continue reading
The Heyburn Divide runs east from the main Sawtooth crest at Braxon Peak and encompasses some of the most challenging Sawtooth formations. This divide, its routes, and history are discussed in the book on Pages 171 to 176. The divide was the first to catch the interest of mountaineers following in the footsteps of the Underhills. The West Pinnacle and … Continue reading