Kent Peak, Mountain summit in Blaine County, Idaho, US.
Description
Kent Peak is a mountain summit in the Boulder Mountains of central Idaho with steep cliffs and a distinctive thin ridge formation. The peak reaches an elevation of around 11,600 feet and offers alpine terrain with exposed rocky structures.
History
The peak received its name from Kent Easton Lake, a mountaineering advocate who died from complications in this region during the 1950s. The name honors a significant climbing figure from Idaho's early mountaineering history.
Culture
Rock climbers routinely document their ascents of Kent Peak in the authoritative guidebook 'Idaho: A Climbing Guide,' which details multiple routes to the summit.
Practical
The approach starts north of Ketchum along Highway 75 toward the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. Multiple routes lead from the valley floor through alpine terrain to reach the summit.
Did you know?
A permanent snowfield and crevasse system mark the north face of the summit year-round. These glacial features add technical challenge and change the climbing experience depending on seasonal conditions.
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