Buttercup Hill
Mountain in Idaho · 6,850 ft
The hike up Buttercup Hill
The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Buttercup Hill?
Buttercup Hill is 6,850 ft above sea level and lies in Idaho. Its prominence is 509 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Buttercup Hill?
From the nearest registered starting point it is about 1.6 mi one way with 1,490 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 2 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Buttercup Hill?
The nearest parking is the parking area southwest of the peak — 1.6 mi on foot · ↑ 1,490 ft · about 2 h 2 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 1.9 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Buttercup Hill in Conquer?
Yes — Buttercup Hill is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Buttercup Hill in the app
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