June 19, 2025
Lead guide Matt Park calling in with incredible news from the top of North America — the June 7th Rapid Ascent Team has reached the summit of Denali (20,310 ft / 6,190 m)! The weather is holding — just barely — so they’re keeping it brief before beginning their descent.
June 19, 2025
Lead guide Marcus and the June 15th team are checking in from Camp 1, where they’ve officially wrapped their first full day on the mountain. Traveling on a night schedule to take advantage of colder glacier conditions, the team left Basecamp (7,200 ft / 2,195 m) at 2:00 AM and
June 19, 2025
Guide Kaylee Walden from the June 11th team is here checking in from 17 Camp after what she described as one of the most beautiful days she’s ever had on the mountain. The team left 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m) this morning and made their way up the
June 18, 2025
The team carried all of their gear from Camp 1 (7,800 ft / 2,377 m) to Camp 2 today in a single push up Ski Hill. It was a big move day with heavy packs and sleds, but everyone arrived feeling strong and accomplished. They’re now settled in at 9,800
June 18, 2025
The June 5th team spent today holding tight at High Camp after a full rest day yesterday. They arrived earlier this week after making the climb from 14,200 ft (4,328 m), up the fixed lines to 16,200 ft (4,938 m), then across the airy West Buttress ridge to reach 17,200
June 18, 2025
The June 7 team has been weathering it out at High Camp for the past three days, holding tight through strong winds and waiting patiently for a safe summit window. At 17,200 feet (5,243 m), this is the highest camp on the West Buttress route and one of the most
June 18, 2025
The June 15th team officially touched down on Denali today, flying into basecamp under clear skies and endless sunshine. Spirits were high as they stepped onto the glacier and began their long-anticipated expedition. After setting up camp at 7,200 feet (2,195 m), the crew enjoyed a celebratory brunch of fried
June 18, 2025
Today was a rest and skills day at 14 Camp for the team as they prepare for the next big push on the West Buttress route. Nestled beneath the iconic headwall, the crew spent the day fueling up, hydrating, and refining their fixed line systems in preparation for tomorrow’s climb
June 18, 2025
The June 15th team is settling into mountain life on the lower Kahiltna Glacier and making strategic moves to adapt to the rhythm of Denali. Last night, the crew traveled during the cooler hours to avoid the intense heat and soft snow conditions that come with midday glacier travel. Under
June 17, 2025
Josh and the June 5th team checked in today from High Camp — perched at a breathtaking 17,200 ft on the West Buttress of Denali. After the big move up yesterday, the crew took a well-earned rest day to focus on the essentials: eat, drink, breathe, and acclimate. At this
