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Deep Peak & Station Peak
The Danskin Mountains are a sub-range of the Boise Mountains, located south of the South Fork Boise River. They are a nice option close to Boise. Station Peak and Deep Peak are accessed from the Woodtick Creek trailhead, just north of Blacks Creek Summit. There’s and old jeep road that follows along the ridge and connects the peaks making for a straightforward hike or snowshoe outing with great open views along the way. Be aware the route passes through private property that is currently open to the public, so please tread lightly.
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After a quick 45 minute drive to the Woodtick Creek trailhead, I donned my snowshoes and hit the trail. A little chilly in the shade, but not too bad.
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I followed the jeep trail along the ridge. The snow from the prior week had formed a breakable crust that supported my weight most of the time.
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Good scenery along the way, and my first objective Station Peak came into view.
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I left the road briefly to tag Station Peak, only about a mile and a half from the trailhead.
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After Station Peak, I had a longer haul to reach Deep Peak, seen here in the distant center. Not long after this shot, I passed my first of several groups of deer along the way.
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Getting closer to Deep Peak.
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Looking back toward the trailhead from Deep Peak, Three Point Mountain in the distance. I enjoyed the views while eating my PB&J.
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Danskin Peak in the distance to the east, from the summit of Deep Peak. Not many trees in the Danskins, but plenty of wrinkly topography.
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It had been mostly sunny throughout the morning, but afternoon clouds were forming as I headed back. Three Point Mountain straight ahead.
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Almost back to the trailhead. Good to get out for some fresh air!
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Map of my route. Just over 8.5 miles and 2000' elevation gain round trip, in 5.5 hours of hiking.
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