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Beaverhead Mountains

Idaho

Elevation Range

6,000 ft - 11,612 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

44.3546, -112.8225

About Beaverhead Mountains

The Beaverhead Mountains are a rugged and remote mountain range located in southwestern Idaho, primarily within the Salmon-Challis National Forest. The range is characterized by steep, jagged peaks, deep canyons, and alpine meadows. The terrain is challenging, with numerous high-elevation passes and technical climbing routes. The Beaverhead Mountains are part of the larger Bitterroot Range, which forms the border between Idaho and Montana.

Notable Peaks

Sacajawea Peak

11,612 ft

Mount Breitenbach

11,393 ft

Mount Hoppe

11,305 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
rock climbing
mountaineering
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Salmon, ID
Challis, ID

Location

Idaho

44.3546, -112.8225

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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