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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

hiking
backpacking
camping
fishing
wildlife viewing
mountaineering

Best Seasons

spring

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Salmon, ID
Stanley, ID
Challis, ID

Location

Idaho

44.6558, -114.2028

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Data Source

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

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