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White Mountains

Idaho

Elevation Range

6,000 ft - 12,662 ft

Notable Peaks

5

Coordinates

43.7471, -113.9726

About White Mountains

The White Mountains are a remote and rugged mountain range located in east-central Idaho. The range is characterized by steep, granite peaks, deep glacial valleys, and alpine tundra. The terrain is generally rocky and challenging, with numerous peaks over 10,000 feet in elevation. The White Mountains are home to a variety of wildlife, including bighorn sheep, mountain goats, and black bears.

Notable Peaks

Borah Peak

12,662 ft

Mount Heyburn

11,655 ft

Mount Breitenbach

11,524 ft

Mount Church

11,300 ft

Diamond Peak

11,081 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Mackay, ID
Challis, ID

Location

Idaho

43.7471, -113.9726

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Data Source

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

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