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Boulder Mountains

Idaho

Elevation Range

6,000 ft - 12,662 ft

Notable Peaks

5

Coordinates

43.9021, -114.4092

About Boulder Mountains

The Boulder Mountains are a remote and rugged mountain range located in central Idaho. Spanning over 100 miles, the range is characterized by steep, granite-dominated peaks, deep glacial valleys, and alpine tundra environments. The terrain is highly variable, ranging from gentle, forested slopes to sheer rock faces and jagged ridgelines. Numerous lakes, streams, and glaciers can be found throughout the range, which was heavily glaciated during the last ice age.

Notable Peaks

Diamond Peak

11,331 ft

Thompson Peak

10,751 ft

Snowyside Peak

10,651 ft

Castle Peak

10,610 ft

Mount Borah

12,662 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
rock climbing
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Challis, ID
Stanley, ID
Sun Valley, ID

Location

Idaho

43.9021, -114.4092

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Data Source

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

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