The Moose's Tooth

The Moose's Tooth is a steep, technically demanding rock peak in Alaska's Central Alaska Range near the Ruth Gorge and Denali, known more for its walls and ice couloirs than for great height. Its narrow summit ridge and awkward eastern high point add to its difficulty, while its toothlike profile gave the mountain its name. Originally called Mount Hubbard, it was later given a form of its Athabascan name by the United States Geological Survey. First climbed in June 1964, it later became famous for routes such as Ham and Eggs and ambitious ascents on its east and north faces, earning lasting respect among climbers.

Petersville, Alaska · United States