Mount Barrille

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Mount Barrille is a striking peak located in the Alaska Range of the United States, known for its challenging climbing routes and breathtaking scenery. This remote and rugged mountain rises to an elevation of approximately 7,650 feet (2,330 meters) and is situated within the boundaries of Denali National Park and Preserve, offering climbers an immersive experience in one of the wildest terrains in North America.

The mountain is particularly renowned among the mountaineering community for its technical routes, which demand a high level of skill and experience. Mount Barrille serves as an alluring destination for adventure-seekers looking to test their abilities against the Alaskan wilderness. The peak's most famous route, the Japanese Couloir, is a classic alpine climb that attracts climbers from around the globe.

Despite its allure, Mount Barrille remains less frequented than its colossal neighbor, Denali, which stands as the highest peak in North America. This relative solitude allows climbers on Mount Barrille to engage with the pristine Alaskan environment in a more intimate and undisturbed manner. However, the mountain's remote location also means that those who venture to its slopes must be self-sufficient and well-prepared for the harsh conditions they may encounter.

Climbing Mount Barrille is not just a physical challenge but also a journey into the heart of Alaska's untamed beauty. The mountain's steep, icy faces and the potential for unpredictable weather require climbers to be well-equipped and ready to adapt to the mountain's demands.

Coordinates: 62°57'59"N, 150°43'19"W

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Mount Barrille – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Pease Peak, The Moose's Tooth, Mount Huntington, The Rooster Comb.

1.7 miSW
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Pease Peak
44 min walk • Pease Peak is a 7,750 ft mountain summit located in the Alaska Range, in Denali National Park and Preserve, in the U.S. state of Alaska.
3.4 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
The Moose's Tooth, Denali National Park
88 min walk • The Moose's Tooth is a rock peak on the east side of the Ruth Gorge in the Central Alaska Range, 15 miles southeast of Denali. Despite its relatively low elevation, it is a difficult climb.
5.6 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Huntington, Denali National Park
142 min walk • Mount Huntington is a striking rock and ice pyramid in the central Alaska Range, about 8 miles south-southeast of Denali. It is also about 6 miles east of Mount Hunter, and two miles west of The Rooster Comb.
3.6 miW
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The Rooster Comb
94 min walk • The Rooster Comb is a 10,180 ft multi-peak mountain located in the Alaska Range, in Denali National Park and Preserve, in the U.S. state of Alaska.
5.5 miS
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Mount Grosvenor
141 min walk • Mount Grosvenor is an 8,400+ ft mountain summit located in the Alaska Range, in Denali National Park and Preserve, in Alaska, United States. It is situated on the west side of the Ruth Gorge, 0.87 mi northwest of Mount Church and 0.54 mi south of Mt. Johnson. Its nearest higher peak is Mount Wake, 1.32 miles to the northwest.
4.4 miS
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Mount Wake
113 min walk • Mount Wake is a 9,100+ ft mountain summit located in the Alaska Range, in Denali National Park and Preserve, in Alaska, United States.
5.5 miNW
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Mount Kudlich
140 min walk • Mount Kudlich is an 11,301 ft mountain summit located in the Alaska Range, in Denali National Park and Preserve, in Alaska, United States. Mount Kudlich is also referred to as Peak 11,300.
1.4 miS
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Dickey, Denali National Park
35 min walk • Mount Dickey is a peak on the west side of the Ruth Gorge in the Central Alaska Range of mountains, 12 miles southeast of Denali and 4 miles southwest of The Moose's Tooth.
4.2 miNW
Nature, Natural attraction, Mountain
Mount Dan Beard, Denali National Park
108 min walk • Mount Dan Beard is a 10,082-foot mountain in the Alaska Range, in Denali National Park and Preserve. Mount Dan Beard lies to the southeast of Denali, overlooking the Don Sheldon Amphitheater of Ruth Glacier.