The Top 9 Attractions in the Jarbidge Mountains
There are plenty of places to see and visit in the Jarbidge Mountains. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Jarbidge Mountains is a region where 9
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 13, 2025
The Matterhorn
Highlight • Summit
The Matterhorn is the tallest peak in the Jarbidge Mountain Range. Standing at 10,838 feet, this rocky, steep summit requires a little bit of scrambling up exposed Class 2 talus …
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Jarbidge Peak
Highlight • Summit
Jarbidge Peak stands at 10,799 feet and is the second highest mountain in the Jarbidge Mountain Range after the Matterhorn. This rocky, open summit provides excellent panoramic views of the …
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Jarbidge River Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Jarbidge River Trail is one of the more popular trails in the Jarbidge Mountains and takes you to Jarbidge Lake. It is also a great way to access other …
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Aspen Grove
Highlight • Forest
When traveling on Cougar Creek Trail you pass through a thick grove of large aspen trees. Although they look like individual trees, they are actually one large organism; the trees …
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Jarbidge Lake
Highlight • Lake
After climbing several steep switchbacks on the Jarbidge River Trail, you reach Jarbidge Lake, a small, circular lake in a beautiful glacier-carved cirque. Jarbridge Lake is the principal source of …
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Cougar Peak
Highlight • Summit
Cougar Peak is one of the more prominent peaks on the southern end of the Jarbidge traverse. Its exposed summit, at 10,564 feet, offers fantastic views of the large Marys …
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Emerald Lake Pass
Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass
The Emerald Lake Pass is on the Jarbidge River Trail and takes you up steep switchbacks over an open pass below Government Peak. You get great views of the imposing …
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Trail Junction
Highlight • Trail
At this major trail junction there are three wooden signs that help you navigate the trails in this area. Continuing on the Jarbidge River Trail will take you up the …
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Saddle between Prospect and Cougar Peaks
Highlight • Mountain Pass
After climbing steeply you reach an exposed saddle between Prospect and Cougar Peaks, which grants you stunning views of both mountains and the surrounding area. There are spur trails from …
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