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Goldburg Point
Elevation 6650'
The Pahsimeroi Valley of eastern Idaho is a great place for views and solitude. With the Lost River Range on one side, and the Lemhi Range on the other, the valley is a great vantage point to soak in views of the surrounding high peaks. And with no paved roads for miles, solitude is a theme. Toward the middle of all this, is the small unnamed Peak 6650’, which I’ve dubbed “Goldburg Point”. I guess this would be considered the Lemhi foothills. This little peak makes for any easy hike thanks to an old two-track jeep trail leading to its summit.
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I was in the area climbing larger mountains, and had time in the afternoon for a quick hike. After crisscrossing the valley using various dirt roads, I arrived at the southeast corner of the mountain, and stared hiking up the steep jeep trail.
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From the top of the first rise, it was a more level hike across the "ridge" leading to the highpoint.
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Summit view of the Lost River Range to the south, Leatherman Pass in the center, DoubleSpring Pass more to the right.
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Summit view north toward the northern Lemhi's.
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Several cactus in bloom on the mountain.
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Map of my route. 2 miles and 450' elevation gain round trip, in 35 minutes of fast hiking to beat the rainclouds.
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