Mount Wake

Mount Wake is a summit in the Alaska Range within Denali National Park and Preserve, rising more than 9,100 feet on the west side of the Ruth Gorge. Though not exceptionally high for the range, it is distinguished by a north face with over 4,000 feet of vertical sheer granite. The mountain stands among tightly packed nearby peaks including Mount Dickey, Mount Bradley, and Mount Johnson. Explorer Dr. Frederick Cook named it for his friend Charles Wake. Its harsh tundra climate brings long snowy winters, cool summers, heavy snowfall from orographic lift, and winter temperatures and wind chills that can drop far below zero, while May through June is generally best for viewing and climbing.

Petersville, Alaska · United States