Denali
North America's high point at 20,310 ft — West Buttress is the standard route.
Where on earth
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- Region
- Alaska, USA
- Country
- Worldwide
- Biome
- Alaska Range (2,200–6,190 m)
- Best season
- May – July
- Difficulty
- moderate
Known for
- Backpacking
- Hiking
- Mountaineering
Key takeaways
- Biome: Alaska Range (2,200–6,190 m)
- Best season: May – July
- Difficulty: moderate
- Top activity: backpacking
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Topic summary
North America's high point at 20,310 ft — West Buttress is the standard route.
Key takeaways
- Difficulty: moderate
- Best season: May – July
Intended uses
backpacking
Climate suitability
Alaska Range (2,200–6,190 m)
Verification notes
Last verified January 1, 1970.
Region
Worldwide
Biome
Alaska Range (2,200–6,190 m)
Difficulty
moderate
Plan with verified data
Denali trip tools
Popular pursuits at Denali
- Backpacking
Multi-day travel with everything on your back — see the packing blocks below.
- Hiking
Day miles on marked trail, with route notes and trail links below.
- Mountaineering
Glacier and high-route objectives with real consequence.
