Altair Peak sits at 11,825 feet. The South Ridge is a class 3.

Topo of the route

Southwest Ridge

See Standhope Peak for information on access to the Altair. From the feint trail that leads over the saddle between Altair and Standhope, leave the trail and ascend the ridge, dropping below the immediate rock towers and working along a ledge system. Once back on the ridge more towers will need to be avoided, staying on the south side.

Once on top, all of Copper Basin can be seen to the east and Surprise Valley to the west. Pegasus Peak is north.