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Red Hills

Idaho

Elevation Range

6,500 ft - 9,842 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

44.1594, -113.4233

About Red Hills

The Red Hills are a remote and rugged mountain range located in the heart of central Idaho. This high-desert landscape is characterized by steep, rocky slopes covered in a patchwork of pine forests and vast open meadows. The terrain is challenging, with numerous jagged peaks and deep, winding canyons carved by glacier-fed streams. Wildlife is abundant, including elk, bighorn sheep, and a variety of birds of prey. The range experiences a continental climate with hot, dry summers and cold, snowy winters, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking solitude and adventure.

Notable Peaks

Red Mountain

9,842 ft

Sawtooth Peak

9,453 ft

King's Peak

9,177 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
rock climbing

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Stanley, ID
Challis, ID
Salmon, ID

Location

Idaho

44.1594, -113.4233

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Data Source

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

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