Scotchman Peak

Scotchman Peak's summit block is the most impressive formation in the range.

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 53 of the book. Scotchman Peak is the fifth-most prominent peak in Idaho, with a whopping 4,669 feet of prominence. It is an outstanding hike with lots of elevation gain and great views from its summit. As an added incentive, almost every one who climbs this mountain will see a … Continue reading

Big Fog Mountain

Big Fog Mountain. Dave Pahlas Photo

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 67 of the book. The toughest part about climbing Big Fog Mountain is the long drive to the trailhead. From its summit, you can access Peak 7515 and Fenn Mountain via a cross-country ridge traverse. See Dave Pahlas’ trip report linked below. USGS Fenn Mountain … Continue reading

Mores Mountain

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 144 of the book. The book calls this peak, Mores Peak based on an old map. The official name is Mores Mountain. The measured elevation of 7,237 feet is on the [lower] East Summit. The West Summit is the high point of Mores Mountain at 7,260 feet. Updated July 2022 … Continue reading

Grand Mountain

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 148-149 of the book. This peak and nearby Granite Mountain provide for an easy two-peak day. The Boise National Forest map shows a trail leading to the summit. We saw the trail once we were up near the top but we could not find the trailhead. USGS Grand Mountain … Continue reading

Mount Roothaan

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 43 of the book. Mount Roothaan sits just south of Chimney Rock. Use the link below to the Hike North Idaho site for up-to-date information as of 2015. USGS Mount Roothaan Here are a couple of photos of the view from the top. … Continue reading

Granite Mountain 7424

Climbing and access information for this peak is on pages 148-149 of the book. The USGS has identified a lower summit with only 64 feet of prominence just to the north as Granite Mountain. This page places the name on the higher point. Neither Peakbagger nor Lists of John follow this path. Updated November 2018 This peak and two lower … Continue reading