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North Fork Range

Idaho

Elevation Range

5,000 ft - 10,800 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

44.4421, -115.8700

About North Fork Range

The North Fork Range is a rugged and remote mountain range located in central Idaho. Spanning an area of over 500 square miles, the range is characterized by steep, granite-clad peaks, deep glacial valleys, and numerous alpine lakes. The terrain is challenging, with heavily forested lower slopes giving way to exposed, rocky ridges and summits above the treeline. Geologically, the range is part of the Sawtooth mountain system, formed by ancient volcanic and tectonic activity.

Notable Peaks

Mount McGowan

10,682 ft

Snowyside Peak

10,443 ft

Thompson Peak

10,751 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
rock climbing
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Stanley, ID
Challis, ID

Location

Idaho

44.4421, -115.8700

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Data Source

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

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