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Standhope Peak
A photo of Standhope and surrounding peaks viewed from the summit of Hyndman Peak.
Standhope Peak viewed from Hyndman Peak
Highest point
Elevation 11,878 ft (3,620 m)
Prominence 468 ft (143 m)
Geography
Standhope Peak is located in Idaho
Standhope Peak
Standhope Peak
Location in Idaho
Parent range Pioneer Mountains
Topo map USGS Standhope Peak
Climbing
Easiest route Scramble, class 3

Standhope Peak is a tall mountain located in the state of Idaho, United States. It stands at 11,878 feet (3,620 m) above sea level. This makes it one of the highest points in the area.

About Standhope Peak

Standhope Peak is an important part of the Pioneer Mountains. It is the fourth highest peak in this mountain range. When you look at all the mountains in Idaho, Standhope Peak ranks as the 20th highest.

Where is Standhope Peak?

This mountain is found in Custer County, Idaho. It is also part of the large Salmon-Challis National Forest. This forest is a protected area with lots of nature. Standhope Peak is located about 0.75 mi (1.21 km) northeast of a peak known as Peak 11,887. It is also about 1 mi (1.6 km) southwest of another mountain called Altair Peak.

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