June 14, 2025
The June 1st team had a big day on the mountain, climbing up from 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m) to cache gear on the 16,000 ft ridge (4,877 m) — a major step toward High Camp and the summit. The route took them to the base of the
June 14, 2025
Big day for the June 5th team — they successfully cached gear on the 16,000 ft ridge (4,877 m) above the fixed lines on the Sheridan Headwall, a huge accomplishment on the West Buttress. Some teams never make it this far, and this crew is moving strong. After caching, the
June 13, 2025
Today was a back carry day for the June 5th team — heading down from Camp 3 (14,200 ft / 4,328 m) to retrieve the cache they left during their ascent. The crew made their way down and around Windy Corner (13,300 ft / 4,054 m), dug out their gear
June 13, 2025
The June 11th team is tucked in at Camp 2 (11,200 ft / 3,414 m) after a smooth move up from Camp 1 (7,800 ft / 2,377 m). They had great travel conditions on the glacier and made it into camp nice and early — around 11 AM, giving them
June 13, 2025
After a hard push up to 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m), today felt like a rest day for the June 1st team. The sun was out, spirits were high, and the crew took advantage of the calm weather to recover and reset. The team hiked down to retrieve
June 13, 2025
It was a strong move into 14 Camp (14,200 ft / 4,328 m) today with great temps and favorable conditions on the route. After settling into the glacial basin beneath the towering Headwall, the team gathered in the cook tent for a well-earned pizza night — a true Denali luxury.
June 13, 2025
Sixteen days into their expedition, the May 28th team has officially arrived at High Camp (17,200 ft / 5,243 m) — a huge milestone on the West Buttress and the final staging ground before the summit. It’s been a special journey with a special crew, and spirits are high. With
June 12, 2025
The June 5th team cruised to 14 Camp today — making excellent time on the classic West Buttress push from Camp 2. The move took them up Motorcycle Hill, across Squirrel Hill, and around the dramatic exposure of Windy Corner, arriving at their new home beneath the Sheridan Headwall. Everyone
June 12, 2025
The June 1st team checked in after a successful move up to 14 Camp, where they’re now settled into the wide glacial basin beneath the Headwall at 14,200 ft / 4,328 m. After a smooth climb from Camp 2, the crew enjoyed a lovely dinner and well-earned rest under clear
June 12, 2025
The June 7 private expedition made the move from Camp 1 (9,600 ft / 2,926 m) to Camp 2 (11,200 ft / 3,414 m) today with a single carry — covering the mellow but steady gain along the upper Kahiltna Glacier under clear skies. After settling in and having an
