Shorty Peak is capped by a classic fire lookout which is reached via a 2.5-mile hike. The summit is actually the lower summit of Lone Tree Peak (6,771 feet). The Forest Service rents the lookout to the public on a “first come, first serve basis.” USGS Shorty Peak
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Pages 124-125 of the book. BE CAREFUL Knuckle Peak, the most impressive feature of the Bighorn Crags, is the highest point on Fishfin Ridge. The peak was first climbed by Lincoln Hales and Pete Shoening in 1955. First a couple of photos and then 2 routes not included in the book. … Continue reading
Climbing and access information for this peak is on Page 114 of the book. Michael Stoger and his climbing partners put up many new routes on this peak’s North Face between 2002 and 2004. Thanks to Mike, these routes are documented below. Jughandle Mountain is probably the most popular summit in the Western Salmon River Mountains. Its popularity is due … Continue reading
This butte is not in the book. Published November 2024 Winter Camp Butte is a rather insignificant hump (though it is a ranked summit) on the Snake River Plain pretty much in the middle of nowhere. It can be reached by a service road that goes all the way to the antenna-clad summit. USGS Pot Hole Butte Access From ID-78 … Continue reading
This butte is not in the book and privately owned. Published for informational purposes only—November 2024 Flatiron is located due east of Rogerson, Idaho on the south side of County Road 1600N. Yes, it does look like a flatiron. Flatiron is on private land that is aggressively posted and fenced. Regrettably, it is closed to the public. USGS Rogerson … Continue reading
This butte is not in the book. Published November 2024 Bobcat Butte is an indistinct hump that sits between Monument Canyon to the west and Rocky Canyon to the east. It is overshadowed by Point 6765 to its south. It is most easily reached via a 2-track road on its north side. USGS Browns Bench North Access From US-93 at … Continue reading