Major Mountain Ranges of Idaho
Idaho's rugged topography is defined by numerous significant ranges, making it a paradise for mountaineers and outdoor enthusiasts. Prominent ranges include:
- Bitterroot Range
- Boise Mountains
- Cabinet Mountains
- Caribou Range
- Clearwater Mountains
- Coeur d'Alene Mountains
- Lemhi Range
- Lost River Range (home to Borah Peak, Idaho's highest point at 12,662 ft)
- Owyhee Mountains
- Pioneer Mountains
- Sawtooth Range (iconic jagged peaks)
- Selkirk Range
- Snake River Range
- White Cloud Peaks
These ranges encompass vast wilderness areas, including the Frank Church–River of No Return Wilderness, the largest contiguous wilderness in the lower 48 states.