Pilot Peak is a drive-up peak with a great view in the Boise Range. Pilot is also a popular winter destination for snowmobilers and skiers. The mountain is the 93 most prominent peak in Idaho. At one time there was a active lookout here but now it is just a bunch of communication towers.
Pilot Peak (Idaho City)
Summit Elevation: 8,128 feet
Distance: Drive-up
Elevation Gain: Drive-up
County: Boise
Access: Gravel, could get bumpy
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Access:
From Idaho City, follow Highway 21 for 13 miles to Mores Creek Summit. The road to the summit is found on the south side of the large parking area on the west side of the highway. The drive up had a few rough places if I remember correctly but I would guess many have pushed regular cars to the summit before. A hike up the road, then cross country to the summit wouldn't be too difficult.
Communication Towers
Views to the north
Views east
Lookout History:
In 1932, an L-4 cab was built. It has been converted to a radio building.
In 1933, a USGS party mentioned the lookout since one of the reference benchmarks (no. 2) was set in the concrete wall of the lookout house.
