How to Get by Car to Big Windy Peak in Idaho?
Big Windy Peak is a high mountain peak at an elevation of 3,170m (10,400ft) above sea level, located in Lemhi County, in the US state of Idaho. It’s one of the highest roads in Idaho.
Where is Big Windy Peak?
The peak is located west of Trail Peak, in the eastern part of Idaho.
What’s at the summit of Big Windy Peak?
Big Windy Peak has a huge summit plateau, and it was the site of several mines that were active from the 1880s through the 1920s. These mines produced small amounts of gold, moderate amounts of silver, and larger amounts of copper and lead. The remains of a large mining operation are still visible. Big Windy Peak was used as a fire lookout in the 1930s.
Is the road to Big Windy Peak unpaved?
The road to the summit is an old mining road built by miners. It’s called Spring Mountain Road. It’s totally unpaved and very rough. The road has a few hundred yards of good surface but is mostly rocky. It has no regular maintenance. There are no guardrails and lots of exposure to steep slopes on this drive. There is no cell phone coverage, and a tow will cost you a fortune. Careless driving could be lethal.
How long is the road to Big Windy Peak?
Starting from Hahn, the road to the summit is 10.13 km (6.3 miles) long. Over this distance, the elevation gain is 1,008m (3,310 ft), and the average gradient is 9.95%. To drive this road, you’ll need a true 4WD, all-terrain tires with multi-ply sidewalls, and skid plates. The trail follows numerous remnants of Idaho’s mining heritage.
Is the road to Big Windy Peak open in winter?
Set high in the Lemhi Mountains, the road is totally impassable in winters.
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