June 28, 2025
The June 18th team made the big move today from Camp 2 (11,000 ft / 3,353 m) up to 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m) — their new home base for the next stretch of the climb. Everyone moved well on the steep ascent up Motorcycle Hill, Squirrel Hill,
June 28, 2025
The June 17th team made a strong move today, leading the charge up the fixed lines and setting the bootpack to the 16,000 ft / 4,877 m ridge — their highest point yet on the expedition. They were first in a long line of climbers taking advantage of a rare
June 27, 2025
The June 13th team has been riding out the aftermath of a major storm that dropped nearly 2 feet of snow on 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m). Today, the crew watched multiple avalanches sweep down the steep walls surrounding camp — a powerful reminder of the terrain they’re
June 27, 2025
After several days at 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m) waiting out recent snowfall, the June 15th team led by Marcus spent the day checking forecasts, evaluating route conditions, and discussing options with guides and fellow climbers. With improving weather and more stable snow reports coming in, the team
June 27, 2025
The June 18th team is taking a rest day at Camp 2 (11,000 ft / 3,353 m) today while they wait out high avalanche danger on the upper mountain. With weather and snow conditions still stabilizing, the crew is staying patient and playing it safe — enjoying some downtime and
June 27, 2025
The June 17th team enjoyed an epic weather day at 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m) today — finally a break in the clouds and a chance to soak it all in. They took a walk out to the iconic Edge of the World overlook for some unreal views
June 27, 2025
The last guided team of the Denali season is officially on route! Grace, a private client, just flew into Denali Base Camp (7,200 ft / 2,195 m) alongside her guides Jordan Cargill (on his 3rd rotation) and Matthew Koenig (2nd rotation). Grace is already well-acclimatized and aiming for a quick,
June 26, 2025
The June 17th team is holding steady at 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m) after receiving nearly a foot and a half of new snow overnight. While the storm kept the team tent-bound for much of the day, the sun has finally started to peek out, offering a brief
June 26, 2025
The June 19th Denali West Buttress team is checking in from Camp 2, located at approximately 11,200 ft (3,414 m). Today was a full weather hold as snowstorms swept across the Alaska Range, impacting every elevation on the mountain. With fresh accumulation, cold temps, and limited visibility, the team made
June 26, 2025
The June 15th team woke up to fresh snowfall blanketing camp, which means today’s planned move up the fixed lines to the 16,000 ft / 4,877 m ridge is officially on hold. With low visibility and continued accumulation, it’s another weather day at 14 Camp as the storm system lingers
