Hyndman Peak facts for kids
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Hyndman Peak
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 12,009 ft (3,660 m) NAVD 88 |
| Prominence | 4,809 ft (1,466 m) |
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 Hyndman Peak
Location in Idaho
Hyndman Peak
Location in the United States
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| Parent range | Pioneer Mountains |
| Topo map | USGS Hyndman Peak |
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| First ascent | 1889 |
| Easiest route | Simple Scrambling, class 2 |
Hyndman Peak is a super tall mountain in Idaho. It stands 12,009 feet (3,660 m) high, which is like being on top of the world! This makes it the ninth highest mountain in all of Idaho. It's also the very highest point in the Pioneer Mountains. You can find it in the Sawtooth National Forest and Blaine County. Hyndman Peak sits right on the edge of Custer and Blaine counties. The towns of Hailey, Ketchum, and Sun Valley are located to the west of this amazing peak.
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What's in a Name?
This mountain got its name from a person named Major William Hyndman. He was an early settler in the area. Major Hyndman was also a businessperson. He worked in the local mining industry.
First Climbers to the Top
The first time someone officially climbed Hyndman Peak was in 1889. Two people made this first climb. Their names were W. T. Griswold and E. T. Perkins. They were the first to reach the summit.
Hiking to Hyndman Peak
Hyndman Peak is a popular place for hikers. This is because it's not too difficult to climb. It's also close to the town of Sun Valley.
Starting Your Hike
To start your hike, you need to find the trailhead. This is the beginning of the hiking path. It's located at the end of Sawtooth National Forest road 203. This road runs along Hyndman Creek.
The Main Hiking Route
The main path to the top is about 6 miles (9.7 km) long. That's one way from the trailhead. The trail goes through a beautiful area called Hyndman Basin. This basin is surrounded by three peaks. These are Hyndman Peak, Old Hyndman Peak, and Cobb Peak. The path is not always perfectly clear. It follows an unmaintained trail. You will climb up to the saddle between Hyndman and Old Hyndman peaks. From there, you can reach the summit of Hyndman Peak.
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