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The Seven Devils Mountains are notable peaks in the western United States, located in west central Idaho in the Hells Canyon Wilderness. [1] They are above the east bank of the Snake River, which forms the Idaho-Oregon border.
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The Seven Devils Mountains extend along the Idaho/Oregon border for about 50 miles roughly between the Idaho towns of Whitebird and Council. The Snake River through Hells Canyon forms the west boundary and the Salmon and Little Salmon rivers bound the east. The range is one of the more rugged of Idaho’s mountain chains and is probably the state's m...
The Seven Devils Wilderness is quite remote with very few access points. Most approaches to the mountains are off the Windy Saddle trailhead. This access point is reached by taking forest road 517 which leaves Hwy 95 just south of the town of Riggins, Idaho. It is 17 miles from Hwy 95 to Windy Saddle. Click here for directions to other trailheads. ...
The lower elevations and canyons of the Seven Devils began to be settled in the mid to late 1800s, especially after the Nez Perce War. These homesteaders used the low and mid ranges for cattle grazing and the mid and upper elevations for sheep. Some areas were also logged and a few mines exist. The main ridge tops were the sites of trails that were...
The high peaks of the Seven Devils contain volcaniclastic rocks, graywackle and argillite pertaining to the Wild Sheep Creek Formation. These rocks were erupted from the basaltic islands and seamounts in the Permian and Triassic times around 250 million years ago. Fossil and magnetic field investigations indicate the place of origin was somewhere b...
Several climatic zones are represented in west central Idaho resulting from the extremes in elevation, geographic variation, and topographic diversity throughout the area. Deep canyons in close proximity to high mountains often create climatic variations over short distances. However the major influence to the regional climate comes from the Cascad...
The abrupt rise of these mountains crosses multiple ecological zones (7 to 9 depending on how they are counted) that range from hot desert canyons to the alpine. The lower elevations are comprised of hot canyons with riparian shrub communities. The slopes are bunchgrass with numerous basalt outcrops and rims. Slopes that retain more moisture suppor...
Depending on how they are counted, there are approximately 56 lakes in the Seven-Devils. Many are noted to have excellent fishing. Most require moderate to extensive hiking to reach. Some are very remote and require difficult cross country hiking to reach. Many of these provide the best camping and staging areas in the mountains. To avoid resource ...
At large camping is allowed anywhere in the Seven Devils Mountains, but most suitable sites require a long hike into subalpine lakes or basins. Standard wilderness regulations apply concerning placement of camps near lakes. There are very few designated campgrounds. The primitive Windy Pass Campground (9 tent sites) and the nearby Seven Devils Camp...
There are no fees to access the Seven Devils Wilderness, but regulations and backcountry etiquette information as follows: Know the Hells Canyon Wilderness Regulations. Avoid camping in overcrowded and fragile places. Camp and keep stock at least 200 horizontal feet from lakes and streams. Pack out all garbage. Dismantle all structures - such as me...
Wallowa-Whitman National Forest P.O. Box 907 / 1550 Dewey Avenue Baker City, Oregon 97814 TDD (541) 523-1405 (541) 523-6391 Nez Perce National Forest Rte 2 Box 475 Grangeville ID 83530 (208) 983-1950 Payette National Forest PO Box 1026 800 West Lakeside Ave McCall, ID 83638 (208) 634-0700 Hells Canyon National Recreation Area Headquarters/Wallowa M...
Aug 16, 2022 · Explore the stunning scenery and wildlife of the Seven Devils Mountains, part of the Hells Canyon Wilderness. Learn about the trails, lakes, wildflowers and tips for Lower Cannon Lake and Basin Lake hikes.
Apr 27, 2017 · Jagged peaks, utter solitude, and stunning views are not in short supply in Idaho, but when my wife and I stumbled across the Seven Devils Recreational Area on the eastern rim of Hells Canyon, we knew immediately that we’d found an absolute gem.
Jul 31, 2023 · The Seven Devils Mountains sit on the east side of Hells Canyon Wilderness, which covers 218,000 acres of rugged terrain between Idaho and Oregon. The landscape varies between verdant meadows, craggy peaks and talus fields, but solitude is the one constant you’ll find here.
Learn about the rocky alpine peaks, mountain goats, and wildflower blooms of the Seven Devils Mountains in Idaho. Find directions, photos, and tips for viewing this scenic area on the Nez Perce National Forest.
Feb 17, 2022 · 15.6 mile loop hike to summit of He Devil (9,393'), the highest peak in the Seven Devils Mountains, Idaho. The Seven Devils Mountains are part of the Hells Canyon Wilderness, and Hells...
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