![The new firepit provides a cozy gathering place to catch the evening alpinglow](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000172.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
The new firepit provides a cozy gathering place to catch the evening alpinglow
We have just returned from the lofty Pionneer Mountains, high above Sun Valley. SVT guides: Joe St.Onge, Jon Preuss and Everett Coba trekked into the Pioneer Yurt to open the hut for it’s inaugural summer season. The trail in was cleared of downed timber, outdoor benches and a beautiful fire-pit were built and the yurt was set up for summer living.
After the work was completed, the peaks called for a journey into the alpine. We completed a mixed ascent/traverse of Cobb Peak, climbing perfect frozen snow/neve and aesthetic alpine rock. A classic alpine climb!
We hope the word gets out out about the Pioneer Yurt and the world class opportunities for wilderness, beauty and adventure that await visitors. The Yurt is open for reservations to both guided and self guided (DYI) groups throughout the summer and autumn seasons (and winter of course!). This is the ultimate adventure base-camp with cozy accommodations in the midst of pure alpine awesomeness.
![Everett finding fun fluid movement on the west ridge](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000247.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
Everett finding fun fluid movement on the west ridge
![Choose your line on the plentiful holds high on Cobb](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000254.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
Choose your line on the plentiful holds high on Cobb
![The summit of Cobb Peak offers beautiful quartzite for over a 1000'](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000256.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
The summit of Cobb Peak offers beautiful quartzite for over a 1000′
![From hand jams to in-cut face holds](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000270.jpg?resize=682%2C1024&ssl=1)
From hand jams to in-cut face holds
![The quartzite high on Cobb Peak is some of the oldest exposed rock in the state of Idaho](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000274.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
The quartzite high on Cobb Peak is some of the oldest exposed rock in the state of Idaho
![Stoked to summit after a fun mixed climb](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000275.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
Stoked to summit after a fun mixed climb
![It's not uncommon to find lady bugs, gathered by the 100's at the very summits of these 11-12,000' peaks.](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000283.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
It’s not uncommon to find lady bugs, gathered by the 100’s at the very summits of these 11-12,000′ peaks.
![Descending the NE Ridge on the way toward Old Hyndman, a long and very exposed ridge traverse that is part of the "Triple Crown", connecting Hyndman, Old Hyndman and Cobb](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000290.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
Descending the NE Ridge on the way toward Old Hyndman, a long and very exposed ridge traverse that is part of the “Triple Crown”, connecting Hyndman, Old Hyndman and Cobb
![The new tables and benches look great in the yurt](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000303.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
The new tables and benches look great in the yurt
![This old porcupine has been chewing on the wood exterior of the sauna for years. I caught him in this photo when he was on his way over for his evening chew....](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000089.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
This old porcupine has been chewing on the wood exterior of the sauna for years. I caught him in this photo when he was on his way over for his evening chew….
![A yurt in it's place](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000095.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
A yurt in it’s place
![Hyndman Peak towers above the yurt: a perfect base-camp for climbing the tallest peaks in the Pioneers](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000155.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
Hyndman Peak towers above the yurt: a perfect base-camp for climbing the tallest peaks in the Pioneers
![The deck gathering spot for breakfast and evening coktails](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000163.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
The deck gathering spot for breakfast and evening cocktails
![trekking above the yurts past waterfalls and slot canyons allows access to the alpine basins above](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000177.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
trekking above the yurts past waterfalls and slot canyons allows access to the alpine basins above
![the snow has been rapidly melting, but there is still significant snow for climbing and glissading](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000183.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
the snow has been rapidly melting, but there is still significant snow for climbing and glissading
![Purple cliff dwellers on the ancient quartzite](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000192.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
Purple cliff dwellers on the ancient quartzite
![Cramponing toward the north couloir on Cobb](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000206.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
Cramponing toward the north couloir on Cobb
![JP, high in the North couloir](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000230.jpg?resize=683%2C1024&ssl=1)
JP, high in the North couloir
![Everett, finding the flow on neve with one tool and crampons](https://i0.wp.com/blog.svtrek.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/P1000235.jpg?resize=695%2C464&ssl=1)
Everett, finding the flow on neve with spikes on the feet and a ax in hand
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