North Laidlaw Butte by Livingston Douglas

This peak is not in the book. Updated November 2023 North Laidlaw Butte is located about three miles southwest of the south end of the established Craters of the Moon National Monument. It is also about two miles northeast of Snowdrift Crater and about seven miles northeast of Laidlaw Park. Depending upon road conditions from Laidlaw Park, you may need … Continue reading

Abel Peak

Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 246-247 of the book. Derek Percoski added a new route up the peak’s west face. Updated August 2020 Abel Peak is the 45th-highest Idaho summit. It is a difficult, seldom-climbed peak. Use the link below to see Rick Baugher’s account of his first ascent. USGS Phi Kappa Mountain West Face, … Continue reading

Peak 9220

This peak is not in the book. Peak 9220 is located on the Germania Creek/East Fork Divide discussed on Pages 227-228 of the book. Dave Pahlas has a great trip report on the Divide at this link. USGS Galena Peak   … Continue reading

Guffey Butte

This peak is not in the book. Livingston Douglas contributed two additional photos to the initial entry. Updated November 2022 Guffey Butte is located along the the Snake River southwest of Kuna, Idaho. This small butte has excellent paved access. Search for Celebration Park on Google Maps for directions. There are exceptional views of the Owyhee Mountains and the Snake … Continue reading