Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 119 of the book. Although it’s not a tall peak and is not a ranked peak, Williams Peak is a good viewpoint from which to observe this rugged corner of the Salmon River Mountains. This area burned recently and is now in the recovery phase. USGS Williams Peak … Continue reading
This peak is not in the book because of nearby roads. However, before the snow melts, it is a good peak to ski or snowshoe. I snowshoed up this peak with John and Tom Platt and Brian Mahon in 2009. It is a long hike with a lot of elevation gain when you start from Banks, Idaho. We parked near … Continue reading
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
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
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
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