How to drive the unpaved road to Quartzite Mountain in Idaho?
Quartzite Mountain is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 2.654m (8,707ft) above sea level located in Lemhi County, in the US state of Idaho.
Where is Quartzite Mountain?
The peak is located north of Challis, in the north-central part of Idaho, within the Salmon-Challis National Forest. At the top of the peak, there are two firepits, and if you look in the right place you'll find a metal bench placed overlooking the valley. It has amazing views.
Is the road to Quartzite Mountain unpaved?
The road to the summit is called NF-113 (Yellowjacket Lake Road). It’s a gravel 4wd track.
How long is the road to Quartzite Mountain?
The through the summit is 11 miles long, running south-north from Forest Road 112 to Crags Campground, where it ends.