Battleship Mountain

Battleship Mountain is a summit in the Teton Range standing at about 10,679 feet with steep slopes and natural rock formations visible across its face. The surrounding terrain presents rugged climbing challenges that require scrambling techniques through mixed rock and scree.

Early surveyors named the mountain after noticing its profile resembled a warship silhouetted against the Wyoming sky. This naming reflects how pioneers perceived and described the distinctive landforms they encountered while mapping the region.

Located within Jedediah Smith Wilderness, the mountain represents the preservation efforts of American natural landscapes through protected wilderness designations.

Access to the summit involves scrambling routes with mixed terrain that demand both hands and feet, located near Caribou-Targhee National Forest. Visitors should prepare for changing weather and light conditions that can shift quickly throughout the day.

The mountain rises about 359 feet above surrounding terrain and sits near a higher neighboring peak that dominates the local skyline. This modest prominence makes it an interesting objective for climbers seeking to summit all peaks in the area.