May 14 2025
The Wrangell Mountains, an imposing range located in Eastern Alaska, are a breathtaking tapestry of geology, history, and wilderness. Named after Baron Ferdinand von Wrangel, a Russian explorer, the mountains are a part of the larger Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Reserve, the biggest national park in the United States. The allure of these mountains …
Jan 07 2024
Mount Drum Located in Alaska’s vast wilderness, Mount Drum commands attention from every angle. This magnificent stratovolcano pierces the sky at 12,010 feet, creating one of the most dramatic vertical reliefs in North America. Located in the Wrangell Mountains of east-central Alaska, Mount Drum represents far more than just another peak—it’s a living testament to …
Dec 16 2023
Mount Sanford Rising majestically to 16,237 feet above sea level, Mount Sanford commands the western edge of Alaska’s Wrangell-St. Elias National Park like a frozen fortress against the sky. This volcanic giant, the sixth-highest peak in the United States, beckons mountaineers with its technical challenges while harboring one of Alaska’s most diverse ecosystems within its …
Dec 14 2023
Mount Blackburn Rising 16,390 feet above the Alaskan wilderness, Mount Blackburn commands the Wrangell Mountains with an authority that few peaks can match. This ancient shield volcano, known to the Ahtna people as K’ats’i Tl’aadi, stands as the fifth-highest peak in the United States and represents one of North America’s most formidable climbing challenges. What …
