Borah Peak

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Borah Peak WSA

General Location
15 miles northwest of Mackay, Idaho

Natural Features
Rough, rocky terrain with moderately steep/steep slopes, sparsely covered with sagebrush/grass vegetation. Outstanding geologic evidence of the 1983 Challis Earthquake. Spectacular views of Borah Peak, the highest point in Idaho (12,655 feet), and outstanding opportunities for solitude.

Total Acres: 3,880

Wilderness Study Areas

Borah Peak
Boulder Creek
Burnt Creek
Corral - Horse Basin
Goldburg
Jerry Peak
Jerry Peak West

Borah Peak

Challis Field Office | 1151 Blue Mountain Road | Challis, ID 83226
208-879-6200 | Fax: 208-879-6219 | Office hours: 7:45am - 4:30pm, M-F