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Pass Lake rests beneath White Cap Peak and is an absolutely beautiful alpine destination. The trail to Pass Lake may be difficult to follow once you get above treeline, but if you come prepared the hike is well worth it.

Don't follow google maps to the trailhead — the area is well marked and signs will point you in the right direction starting from Bar Rd. You will pass lots of cattle on the way in. The trail is gradual almost the entire way with a short steep sections near the falls. It is rocky in places but you can complete the hike comfortably wearing shoes. This is a popular hike suited for all ages.

The falls come directly out of the mountain and are stunning any time of year. The lower falls has a bench, but the upper falls is spectacular and well worth the extra effort.

If the official trailhead to Bear Creek Lake is not accessible, you can park near the fork in the road. You should be able to make it to the fork with a capable SUV. From there follow the trail that climbs steeply (not the creekside trail) from there for a few extra miles. The trail will likely have two large snowfields through midsummer and a couple creek crossings, but the view of the mountains is well worth it.

Bear Creek Lake is a small lake situated amongst the stunning towering peaks of the Lost River range. The trail to the lake may have snow through midsummer, but crampons are not necessary.

Leatherman Peak is the second highest peak in Idaho at over 12,200 ft. It is named after Henry Leatherman, a pioneer from the 1860's. From the top you get spectacular views of the Lost River range.

The hike up Leatherman Peak from the west requires a difficult class 4 scree scramble up the ridge to the peak. The is hike is much more challenging than the hike to Leatherman Peak from the north, but you can make it easier by taking the more standard trail (used for the descent of this route, to the north of Leatherman Peak) both up and down.

The views from Donaldson Peak are spectacular. This is a great turn-around spot if you are underprepared for the full ridge climb to Mount Church. Be sure to bring helmets and gloves for the steep scree section leading up to the ridgeline. Donaldson Peak is the eighth highest peak in Idaho and clocks in at just over 12,000 ft.