Salmon River Mountains
Idaho
Elevation Range
5,000 ft - 9,704 ft
Notable Peaks
5
Coordinates
44.6558, -114.2028
About Salmon River Mountains
The Salmon River Mountains are a rugged and remote mountain range located in central Idaho. This range is part of the Bitterroot Mountain chain and is characterized by steep, rocky slopes, deep canyons, and alpine meadows. The terrain is predominantly granite and metamorphic rock, with numerous jagged peaks and ridges rising above the surrounding valleys. The range is home to a variety of wildlife, including elk, deer, black bears, and the occasional mountain lion.
Notable Peaks
Bald Mountain
9,704 ft
Crags Peak
9,495 ft
Ruffneck Peak
9,385 ft
Camas Peak
9,156 ft
Thompson Peak
9,393 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
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Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.