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9,400 ft · Seven Devils Mountains, Idaho
She Devil
She Devil is a 9,400 ft peak in the Seven Devils Mountains, Idaho. The standard route is the Seven Devils Campground: 4 mi, 3,160 ft of gain, Class 3.
She Devil at a glance
- Elevation9,400 ft2,865 m
- RouteSeven Devils CampgroundClass 3
- Distance4 mi3,160 ft gain
- Time7 – 10 hrsHard effort
- SeasonJul – Sep
- RangeSeven Devils MountainsIdaho
Climbing the Seven Devils Campground
From Riggins, Idaho, climb the steep, winding Squaw Creek Road (Forest Road 517) to Windy Saddle and the Seven Devils Campground to approach She Devil. The route is a Class 3 scramble on loose rock with rockfall potential and exposure near the summit, set among the dramatic Seven Devils peaks above Hells Canyon. Snow lingers into summer, and storms with high wind build quickly in this remote range. Cross streams carefully, wear a helmet, and carry navigation. Start early and be ready to retreat if weather moves in. The rough access road adds time, so plan a full, self-sufficient day.
Gear and hazards
What to bring
Backpack (25–35 L)
Hiking Boots
Helmet
Base Layer
Midlayer
Insulated Jacket
Hardshell Jacket
Sun Hat
Warm Hat
Buff
Midweight Gloves
Trekking Poles
Headlamp
GPS Device
Satellite Communicator
Power Bank
Offline Maps- Compass
- Paper Map
Water
Water Filter
First-Aid Kit
Whistle
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
What to watch for
- Steep exposure
- Loose rock
- Rockfall
- Snow near summit
- Ice near summit
- High altitude
- Storms
- High winds
- Remote location
- Stream crossing
- Route-finding difficulty
- Low visibility
Quests with She Devil
Lower 48 UltrasFrequently asked questions
How tall is She Devil?
She Devil is 9,400 feet (2,865 m) tall. It is in the Seven Devils Mountains, Idaho.
How hard is it to climb She Devil?
The Seven Devils Campground is Class 3, which means scrambling, where you use your hands to climb and a fall could be serious. Yak rates the overall effort hard: 4 miles with 3,160 feet of elevation gain.
How long does it take to climb She Devil?
Most people take 7 – 10 hours round trip on the Seven Devils Campground, covering 4 miles with 3,160 feet of elevation gain. That is a long day, so start before dawn and set a turnaround time.
Is She Devil dangerous to climb?
It has real risks: exposed sections where a fall would be serious, rockfall from loose rock and fast-changing weather. Go with an experienced partner, wear a helmet, test holds before you trust them and turn back if the rock is wet or icy.
Do you need a helmet for She Devil?
It is a good idea. Loose rock and rockfall are common on the Seven Devils Campground, so a helmet is on the gear list.
When is the best time to climb She Devil?
The usual climbing window is July to September. Outside it, expect snow, storms or closed access, and check the summit forecast before you go.
What is the trailhead elevation for She Devil?
The Seven Devils Campground starts at about 7,610 feet, roughly 1,790 feet below the summit.
Climb She Devil with Yak
Plan your route on a topo map, check the summit forecast, then log your climb and see what is left on your list