Soldier Mountains facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Soldier Mountains |
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Soldier Mountains from the north
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Smoky Dome |
| Elevation | 10,095 ft (3,077 m) |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 28 mi (45 km) E/W |
| Width | 14 mi (23 km) N/S |
| Geography | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Idaho |
| Parent range | Rocky Mountains |
The Soldier Mountains are a group of mountains in Idaho, a state in the United States. They stretch across parts of Camas and Elmore counties. The tallest mountain here is Smoky Dome, which stands at 10,095 feet (3,077 m) (that's over 3,000 meters!). To the west and north, the mountains are bordered by the South Fork Boise River.
You can find these mountains inside the beautiful Sawtooth National Forest, just north of a town called Fairfield, Idaho. There's even a place to ski, the Soldier Mountain Ski Area, located on the eastern side of Smoky Dome. Near the western edge, on Iron Mountain, there's an old tower that park rangers used to watch for forest fires.
Many roads and trails wind through the Soldier Mountains. These paths are great for different activities like hiking, riding off-road vehicles, fishing, and hunting. Most of the mountain tops are fairly easy to reach, making them fun to explore.
Tallest Peaks in the Soldier Mountains
The Soldier Mountains are home to several impressive peaks. The highest one is Smoky Dome, which is a popular spot for hikers. Here's a list of some of the notable peaks in the range:
| Mountain Peak | Elevation | Prominence | Isolation | Location |
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| Smoky Dome | 10,095 ft 3077 m |
3,255 ft 992 m |
16.98 mi 27.3 km |
43°29′36″N 114°56′11″W / 43.493236°N 114.936256°W |
| North Smoky Dome | 9,934 ft 3028 m |
407 ft 124 m |
0.63 mi 1.01 km |
43°30′00″N 114°55′39″W / 43.5001°N 114.9276°W |
| Peak 9,712 | 9,711 ft 2960 m |
972 ft 296 m |
5.46 mi 8.79 km |
43°31′43″N 115°02′01″W / 43.52874°N 115.033664°W |
| Iron Mountain | 9,695 ft 2955 m |
514 ft 157 m |
0.89 mi 1.43 km |
43°32′17″N 115°02′42″W / 43.53810°N 115.04507°W |
| Third Peak | 9,665 ft 2946 m |
406 ft 124 m |
0.98 mi 1.58 km |
43°29′11″N 114°55′09″W / 43.48651°N 114.91929°W |
| Second Peak | 9,528 ft 2904 m |
316 ft 96 m |
0.63 mi 1.01 km |
43°29′08″N 114°54′25″W / 43.48546°N 114.90701°W |
| Boardman Peak | 9,455 ft 2882 m |
687 ft 209 m |
2.18 mi 3.51 km |
43°30′48″N 114°59′43″W / 43.51330°N 114.99532°W |
| First Peak | 9,147 ft 2788 m |
unknown | unknown | 43°28′43″N 114°53′40″W / 43.47854°N 114.89452°W |
Beautiful Lakes of the Soldier Mountains
The Soldier Mountains are also home to several beautiful lakes. These lakes are often hidden gems, surrounded by stunning mountain scenery. They are great places for quiet reflection or a bit of fishing. Here are some of the lakes you can find:
| Lake | Elevation | Max. length | Max. width | Location | Primary Outflow |
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| Boardman Lake | 2,670 m (8,760 ft) | 106 m (348 ft) | 076 m (249 ft) | 43°31′30″N 115°01′05″W / 43.525087°N 115.018087°W | Boardman Creek |
| Heart Lake | 2,545 m (8,350 ft) | 305 m (1,001 ft) | 182 m (597 ft) | 43°32′43″N 115°02′25″W / 43.545249°N 115.040336°W | Deadwood Creek |
| Lower Deadwood Lake | 2,670 m (8,760 ft) | 160 m (520 ft) | 088 m (289 ft) | 43°31′47″N 115°01′44″W / 43.529704°N 115.028765°W | Deadwood Creek |
| Lower Smoky Dome Lake | 2,640 m (8,660 ft) | 131 m (430 ft) | 092 m (302 ft) | 43°30′17″N 114°56′51″W / 43.504746°N 114.947601°W | Boardman Creek |
| Upper Deadwood Lake | 2,790 m (9,150 ft) | 091 m (299 ft) | 046 m (151 ft) | 43°32′10″N 115°02′21″W / 43.536234°N 115.039248°W | Deadwood Creek |
| Upper Smoky Dome Lake 1 | 2,800 m (9,200 ft) | 098 m (322 ft) | 036 m (118 ft) | 43°30′05″N 114°57′15″W / 43.501520°N 114.954222°W | Boardman Creek |
| Upper Smoky Dome Lake 2 | 2,815 m (9,236 ft) | 131 m (430 ft) | 035 m (115 ft) | 43°30′13″N 114°57′19″W / 43.503742°N 114.955336°W | Boardman Creek |
| West Smoky Dome Lake | 2,675 m (8,776 ft) | 052 m (171 ft) | 046 m (151 ft) | 43°30′34″N 114°57′28″W / 43.509335°N 114.957672°W | Boardman Creek |
Images for kids
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Soldier Mountains
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Solder Mountains from Camas Prairie Centennial Marsh
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Soldier Mountains
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Soldier Mountains
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View northwest from Soldier Mountains
