Buck Mountain and Peak 4620

Hiking in the Owyhee's on a windy day and snagged two peaks with a short section of class 3 on Peak 4620.

Date: October 8, 2017.

Objectives: Buck Mountain and Peak 4620.

Stats: Strava track. 3.6 miles and 1,400ft gain round trip.

Partners: Deez, Lego Master and Ketchum the krazy dog.

Gear notes: N/A.

GoPro Video

Looking toward the peaks from the road.

We headed out for a two peak day, which was much easier than it may sound. After an hour or so of driving, we parked along an unnamed road that runs along side Squaw Creek and headed toward our peaks.

Step one: Cross Squaw Creek. No problemo late in the year but I've heard this creek crossing can give you some trouble in the spring.

Deez hops the creek.

After that, we headed up the not-too-steep hillside and into the canyon that more or less heads right up to Buck Mountain. No major obstacles to report in this section.

Looking east at Peak 4620.

The Fam gaining elevation.

Near the top of the canyon.

From the top of the canyon, just pick your line and head for the top. It wasn't far or difficult, but the wind pushed us around a bit.

Looking back over Squaw Creek.

A few views off the top.

Views from Buck Mountain.

Views from Buck Mountain.

Views from Buck Mountain.

Views from Buck Mountain.

And a selfie!

Top of Buck Mountain.

We ducked out of the wind the best we could and had a quick snack before pushing on to Peak 4620.

Zoomed in on Peak 4620.

Heading to Peak 4620.

Heading to Peak 4620.

Shares Snout in the distance looked fun. Anyone up to trail run it?

Shares Snout.

Peak 4620 is interesting in the fact that there is actually a bit of 3rd class scrambling involved. It's not exposed or difficult, just interesting and fun.

Summit block of Peak 4620.

Deez climbing a short step enroute to the summit.

Top of Peak 4620.

We were all smiles and high-fives while we took in the view from the top. Nothing left to do now but head down.

Dryden Peak and Piute Butte, I believe. Looking south from Peak 4620.

Heading down.

Heading down.

"Yay, this is fun!"

There was just a bit of up-and-over before we could head back down. We got hit by a light rain shower that passed as quick as it came.

Leaving Peak 4620.

Heading down.

We hiked past some cool towers, then headed straight for the road to get back to the car before the dark clouds opened up again.

Fun peaks, easy hiking and a good day!

Happy trails!