cache is up moderate slopes and then up fixed lines. The temperatures cooled again in February with a monthly average temperature of 0.7 F, almost 7 degrees colder than normal. Winter of 2014-2015 was warmer and drier than normal, with the average seasonal temperature 4.5F above normal. Denali natl park, AK 10-Day Weather Forecast - The Weather Channel | Weather.com 10 Day Weather - Denali natl park, AK As of 8:15 am AKDT Today 43/ 27 4% Sat 29 | Day 43 4% NE 7 mph. A chance of rain and snow in the morning, then scattered showers in the afternoon. 1967: First winter ascent, via the West Buttress, by Dave Johnston, Art Davidson and, 1970: First ascent by an all-female team (the "Denali Damsels"), led by Grace Hoeman and the later famous American high altitude mountaineer, 1972: First descent on skis down the sheer southwest face, by, 1976: First solo ascent of the Cassin Ridge by, 1979: First ascent by dog team achieved by. Precipitation was near normal with both snow and rain falling during the month. A team of National Park Service climbing rangers and scientists installed the weather towers on Kahiltna Glacier last climbing season. Partly sunny with scattered snow showers. The mountain peaks are frozen over all year round, and even in the middle of summer the weather station records temperatures as low as -59.26F (-50.7C) with wind chill. Average summer temperatures range from 33 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. However, when the park was tripled in size and renamed Denali National Park and Preserve in 1980, the federal government retained the name Mount McKinley, according to the Alaska Dispatch News. See more current weather Annual Weather Averages in Talkeetna Weather Reporting Station Take control of your data. Denali's height was recalculated at 20,310 feet in September 2015, based on GPS survey data; And that number was an update to a 2013 estimate of 20,237 feet (6,168 m), which was calculated using a remote-sensing technique called interferometric synthetic aperture radar (InSAR). Despite avoiding this obstacle, on August 31, having reached an elevation of about 10,900 feet (3,322m) on the northwest buttress of the north peak, the party found they had reached a dead end and could make no further progress. The Koyukon people who inhabit the area around the mountain have referred to the peak as "Denali" for centuries. Until 2015, it was officially called Mount McKinley. Fortunately, the climbing operators factor days into the climb especially for this purpose, so individuals generally do not have to worry. To see the weather forecasts for the other elevations, use the tab navigation above the table. A surefire way to feel a little warmer this morning -- take a look at the temperatures at 14,200 feet on Denali. In Lloyd's recounting, all four men made it to the top of not only the north peak, but the higher south peak as well. Isolated snow showers. Although the West Buttress is not known for its technical challenge, there are fixed lines which necessitate up to 800 ft. of scrambling on hard glacial ice. 7 on the Buckskin Glacier In the preface of the book, he called for "the restoration to the greatest mountain in North America of its immemorial native name." This weather station is the third-highest weather station in the world.[101]. After savouring the achievement, youll return to High Camp for the night. Denali Basecamp (2,194m) is situated on the southeast fork of Kahiltna Glacier. After you land youll head to bed early for a fresh start the next day. 1902: A mapping expedition led by geologist Alfred Brooks explores the area. NPS Patrol #1 headedinto basecamp today, shortly in advance of an approachingweather system. Mostly dry. The total precipitation for the year was 15.7 inches, which is 0.63 inches more than normal. This is one of the few sites in the state with such a long and valuable record. Firstly, it is important that you are familiar with the symptoms and the potential risks imposed by high altitude. Bus Tours. 1988: First successful winter solo ascent. Stuck arrived last, falling unconscious on the summit. Both numbers placed Denali's summit lower than the original calculation of 20,320 feet (6,194 m) established in 1953 by Bradford Washburn, a mountaineer, photographer and cartographer. Its just before noon on a late April morning. Denali is a granitic pluton, mostly pink quartz monzonite, lifted by tectonic pressure from the subduction of the Pacific Plate beneath the North American Plate; at the same time, the sedimentary material above and around the mountain was stripped away by erosion. no moonlight, or other lights). 1963: Two teams make first ascents of two different routes on the Wickersham Wall. Live Science is part of Future US Inc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Besides the North Summit mentioned above, other features on the massif which are sometimes included as separate peaks are: Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. While it has long been believed that the Alaska Range, which spans much of south-central Alaska, was formed by tectonic activity, it has remained a mystery until recently because it is more than 300 miles (500 kilometers) from Alaska's southern coast, the closest source of mountain-building activity. [9][10], In 1903, James Wickersham recorded the first attempt at climbing Denali, which was unsuccessful. [33][34][35] The Alaska Dispatch News reported that the Secretary of the Interior has authority under federal law to change geographic names when the Board of Geographic Names does not act on a naming request within a "reasonable" period of time. This September, while the Denali weather station is hopefully still beaming information back to the Internet, Okura will attempt the summit of Manaslu in the Himalayas, which is more than one mile higher than Denali. Just to the east of the Muldrow, and abutting the eastern side of the massif, is the Traleika Glacier. Mostly cloudy. Normal is defined as the average climate over a 30-year period. At roughly 11,000 feet (3,353m), Tom Lloyd, old and less physically fit than the others, stayed behind. Heres how it works. Wind Advisory until May 2, 12:00 AM AKDT, Excessive Rainfall and Winter Weather Forecasts, Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. (Photo by Dominick Winski). The change in length of daylight between today and tomorrow is also listed when available. For Current Weather Obs at Kahiltna Base 7200-ft., Click Here>>, For Current Weather Obs at 14,200-ft. Camp, Click Here>>, To access the NWS Denali Weather Forecast, Click Here>>, To access all Alaska FAA Webcams Click Here>>, To open the Alaska Weather Access Map (WAM), Click here >>. It is from here that most tour companies will fetch you and transport you to Base Camp. Understanding how glaciers are changing is vital in Alaska, given the role they play in everything from roads and rivers to salmon, wildlife and recreation, Loso said. It is the fifteenth of the America the Beautiful Quarters series. 11 in the Upper Kahiltna [12][13] The forces that lifted Denali also caused many deep earthquakes in Alaska and the Aleutian Islands. January 2014 came in with a roarthe average temperature of 22.9 F was almost 20 degrees warmer than average. To be able to recover easily from a days exertion enough to begin fresh the next day, To be able to draw on physical and mental reserves if necessary for survival reasons. [51] The party navigated up the Cook inlet and followed the path of the 1902 Brooks party towards Denali. It is one of the Seven Summits; summiting all of them is a challenge for mountaineers. While ferrying loads up to a camp at around 10,800 feet (3,292m), they suffered a setback when a stray match accidentally set fire to some supplies, including several tents. In August 2015, 40 years after Alaska had done so, the United States Department of the Interior announced the change of the official name of the mountain to Denali. Extremely cold (max -35C on Mon morning, min -42C on Tue night). 1", "Statement by the President Designating Two Peaks of Mount McKinley in Honor of Sir Winston Churchill", "Senate Report 113-93, Designation of Denali in the State of Alaska", "Denali to be restored as name of North America's tallest mountain", "President Obama OKs renaming of Mount McKinley to Denali", "Murkowski thanks Obama for restoring Denali", (video), "Mt. 2015: The mountain's name is officially changed to Denali. 907 683-9532 The horizon is well defined and the outline of objects might be visible without artificial light. Mouguerre. $157.87. Barometer The Koyukon Athabaskans who inhabit the area around the mountain have for centuries referred to the peak as Dinale or Denali. But its possible that the Denali glacier is unusual: It may be snowing more at high elevations than it used to, though less at 14,000 feet than 10,000 due to the colder airs inability to hold precipitation. [72] Of these 2,799 accidents, 43% resulted in death and 8% of these deaths occurred on Denali. [15], By comparison, Mount Everest rises from the Tibetan Plateau at a much higher base elevation. Mouguerre. 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In 1909, four Alaska residents Tom Lloyd, Peter Anderson, Billy Taylor, and Charles McGonagall set out from Fairbanks, Alaska in late December with supplies and dogs that were in part paid for by bettors in a Fairbanks bar. Many appropriate training grounds can be found in Washingtons North Cascades, Rainier and on other locations in Alaska. * NOTE: not all weather observatories update at the same frequency which is the reason why some locations may show data from stations that are further away than known closer ones. Denali Today Mostly sunny in the morning then becoming partly sunny. When asked why he chose to name the mountain after then-presidential nominee McKinley, he cited McKinley's support of the gold standard. Look at our wind map to find more spots among our 160,000 spots. Day 9 will be spent fetching the gear from the 13,500 feet. cache and hauling it to Camp 3. Jost reached the summit Sunday, February 19, 2023. Highs in the lower 40s. Walking Tours. Stuck also discovered that the Parker-Browne party were only about 200 feet (61m) of elevation short of the true summit when they turned back. Jon Waterman, author of the book Chasing Denali, which explored the controversy, outlined several reasons to doubt the claim: There was never any photographic evidence. Spend the evening in Talkeetna. The summit snow depth was measured at 15ft (4.6m). The image is set to refresh several times each minute. Basecamp manager Gabby Faurot will set up her camp tomorrow, weather permitting, and will sharedaily observations throughout the season. The ascent of Ski Hill is the first major elevation gain, ending just below Kahiltna Pass. In 1956, mountaineers Bradford Washburn and Walter Gonnason tried to settle the matter, with Gonnason attempting to follow Cook's purported route to the summit. Outside of the single later climbing group, who were friendly with some of the Sourdough expedition men, no other group would ever see it. You are about to report this weather station for bad data. It warmed up again in the fall the average fall temperature was 26.6 F, which is 2.5 F warmer than normal. Aiming for the northwest buttress of Denali's north peak, they attempted to ascend directly; however, crevasses, ice fall and the lack of a clear passage caused them to turn and attempt to follow a spur via Jeffery Glacier where they believed they could see a way to the summit. [19][20] With a length of 44mi (71km), the Kahiltna Glacier is the longest glacier in the Alaska Range. [38], Asked about the importance of the mountain and its name, Will Mayo, former president of the Tanana Chiefs Conference, an organization that represents 42 Athabaskan tribes in the Alaskan interior, said "Its not one homogeneous belief structure around the mountain, but we all agree that were all deeply gratified by the acknowledgment of the importance of Denali to Alaskas people. [53] During their explorations the party mapped out many of the tributaries and glaciers of the Susitna river along the mountain's south flank. Congratulations to winter soloist Jost Kobusch for returning safely from his February ascent of Denali. After a dangerous ascent, at around 10,000 feet (3,048m), Wickersham found that the route did not connect as it had appeared from below, instead discovering "a tremendous precipice beyond which we cannot go. Much of Southcentral Alaska grumbles beneath a crusty veneer of yet another late-season snowfall obliterating the promise of an early spring. The FAA webcam on the Kahiltna Glacierhas yet to be installed for the 2023season, but we'll let you now when its up and operational. Mostly cloudy with scattered snow showers. The monthly average temperature was 18.9 F, 10F warmer than normal and the warmest November since 2002. [9] Jewell said the change had been "a long time coming". They were inexperienced climbers, ascending without any of the usual safety gear or any care for altitude sickness. Contact her at zhollander@adn.com. For a basic home weather station, choose the C85845-1 from La Crosse. Download the official NPS app before your next visit. As with any alpine giant, climbing Denali poses inherent risks. Weather in the region ranges from harsh winter storms and . One still should be able to carry on ordinary outdoor activities. Isolated snow showers after midnight. The weather station recorded a temperature of 75.5F (59.7C) on December 1, 2003. Climbing Denali successfully is an accomplishment as impressive as it is memorable. Cook approached the mountain via the Peters Glacier, as Wickersham had done; however, he was able to overcome the ice fall that had caused the previous group to turn up the spur towards the Wickersham Wall. All rights reserved. Lows in the mid 20s to lower 30s. South winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts to around 35 mph. The following is a typical itinerary following the West Buttress Route. The stations sit in the area of the West Buttress climbing route. Cost of tour companies: about $9,000 for a decent touring company, although prices range. Crampons also add to the strenuousness of some of the climb, putting particular pressure on your calves. The mountain is regularly climbed today. table. The highest mountain is determined by measuring a mountain's highest point above sea level. This is nearly a 140km walk, otherwise known as a warm-up for those tackling Denali. Once you arrive in Camp 2, youll build a hardy fortress at the base of Motorcycle Hill to withstand potential storms. Weather Today Weather Hourly 14 Day Forecast Yesterday/Past Weather Climate (Averages) Currently: 42 F. In the beginning of morning astronomical twilight and at the end of astronomical twilight in the evening, sky illumination is very faint, and might be undetectable. Terms of Use Privacy Policy. Snow can fall any month of the year, particularly in the mountains. Miners and other Alaskans living in Kantishna and Fairbanks wanted the honors to go to local men. More than 32,000 people have attempted to reach the summit, but only a few reach the top. [68], The team approached the peak from the north via the Muldrow glacier and McGonagall pass. 1913: First ascent, by Hudson Stuck, Harry Karstens, Walter Harper, and Robert Tatum via the Muldrow Glacier route. Extremely cold (max -25C on Sun night, min -27C on Sun morning). La Crosse Technology C85845-1. The Walter Harper Talkeetna Ranger Station also maintains an almost daily automatedstatistics phone line, so if this blog is lagging behind and you need up-to-date registration numbers, call (907)733-9127. The unfortunate side effect of this, for climbers, is high wind speeds and cold temperatures. 1967: The first successful winter ascent is accomplished by Art Davidson, Dave Johnston and Ray Genet. Final informative talks with your crew, a final gear weighing session and a hearty final lunch then youre off! The first verifiable ascent to the summit was achieved in 1913, via the South Summit, by a group of four climbers. McKinley, Alaska", "Earthquake and Seismic Monitoring in Denali National Park", "NOVA Online: Surviving Denali, The Mission", "McKinley no more: America's tallest peak to be renamed Denali", "Crown Jewel of the North: An Administrative History of Denali National Park and Preserve, Vol. The weather forecast for Mount McKinley is: A heavy fall of snow, heaviest during Tue afternoon. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. [100] In June 2002, a weather station was placed at the 19,000-foot (5,800m) level. 1993: Joan Phelps is the first blind climber to reach the ascent. [59], In 1912, the Parker-Browne expedition nearly reached the summit, turning back within just a few hundred yards/meters of it due to harsh weather. Summer Data from the sites will also help National Weather Service forecasters in Fairbanks ground truth a recreational climbing forecast they produce for the mountain from late April through mid-July, said Denali National Park and Preserve south district ranger Tucker Chenoweth. The United States formally recognized the name Mount McKinley after President Wilson signed the Mount McKinley National Park Act of February 26, 1917. Both spring and fall seasons are quite short. A ranger is available 9 am to 4 pm daily (except on major holidays). Weather Underground provides local & long-range weather forecasts, weatherreports, maps & tropical weather conditions for the Denali Park area. The total precipitation for the year was 23.33 inches, which is 8.27 inches more than normal! Lows in the lower to mid 20s. Private Tours. 2015 temperature and precipitation data from Denali Park Headquarters: Temperature Maximum temperature 83 F recorded on July 7 Minimum temperature -36F on February 8 Mean annual air temperature 29.5F (1981-2010 normal is 27.7F) Departure from normal was +1.8 Precipitation Total Precipitation 23.33 inches Departure from Normal +8.27 inches The gear list for Denali is largely similar to that required for other high-altitude, extremely cold climbs. On September 2, 2015, the U.S. Geological Survey announced that the mountain is 20,310 feet (6,190m) high,[1] not 20,320 feet (6,194m), as measured in 1952 using photogrammetry. Changes in weather often occur without warning. South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts to around 40 mph. [4] A British naval captain and explorer, George Vancouver, is the first European on record to have sighted Denali, when he noted "distant stupendous mountains" while surveying the Knik Arm of the Cook Inlet on May 6, 1794. Because of its far northern latitude of 63 degrees, Denali has lower barometric pressure than the world's other high mountains. Authentic Native Experience (Price up to 6) There are 17 climate/weather/snow monitoring stations in addition to the park headquarters site that provide information on temperature and precipitation patterns across the park. By March 1910, the men had established a base camp near one of the sites where the Brooks party had been and pressed on from the north via the Muldrow glacier. Highs in the mid 40s. Highs in the lower 40s. The latter two stations are additionally equipped with telemetry equipment that allows rangers, forecasters and the public to view real-time measurements online. Fall weather, generally occurring in September, is similarhighs well above freezing, and lows at or below freezing. A slow moving weather system will slide south along the West Coast with rain and mountain snow. 18961902: Surveys by Robert Muldrow, George Eldridge, Alfred Brooks. Changes in glaciers are not just incidental, he said. When the remaining three men returned to town with conflicting accounts, the entire expedition's legitimacy was questioned. 1982: The first woman to complete a solo climb is Dr. Miri Ercolani. (Photo by Michael Loso). According to the Department of Interior, a 1947 federal law gave Secretary Sally Jewell the authority to change geographic names through the U.S. Board on Geographic Names. The north summit is sometimes counted as its own, separate peak. Denali is the highest peak in North America, the third most prominent of the famous Seven Summits. Summary 7-Day Obs NWS Forecast "[36], Indigenous names for Denali can be found in seven different Alaskan languages. Kahiltna, like nearly all of Alaskas glaciers facing warmer summers and a longer melting season, is shrinking, Loso said. Here you will spend time waiting for the perfect weather to summit. https://t.co/LUbLeUX163 pic.twitter.com/NBvJCVpu5X. The ground is at points steeper than 50 degrees, made harder by your backpacks and sleds. It was another interesting year for weather. Isolated showers in the afternoon. 1959: First ascent of the West Rib, now a popular, mildly technical route to the summit. Highs around 40. This could largely be mitigated by your rigorous training schedule, for which you should read below. View all alerts Denali Dispatches Field Report, April 27, 2023 Last updated: April 27, 2023 Contact Info Mailing Address: PO Box 9 Denali Park, AK 99755 Phone: 907 683-9532 Contact Us He became acclimated to the often harsh Alaskan environment because of his many travels between far-flung outposts within his district, climbing mountains as a hobby. In total, there have been over 100 deaths on Denali. The commonly climbed South Summit and the relatively neglected North Summit. You will then climb Squirrel Hill to reach the Polo Field, a wide-open space at the base of West Buttress. [18] The North Summit is sometimes counted as a separate peak (see e.g., fourteener) and sometimes not; it is rarely climbed, except by those doing routes on the north side of the massif. The stations are finishing a first full year of data collection as the 2019 climbing season gets underway. Source: Data Store Saved Search 2505. Isolated showers in the evening. Likely wind-packed snow at high elevations, Youll encounter fewer people (this can be great for the secluded feeling, but results in fewer people to serve as potential back-up in case of emergency), You will likely have to set up your own camps. That was the weather Tuesday at 14,200 feet on the frigid flanks of Denali, according to data now available with the click of a mouse from North Americas tallest peak thanks to a combination of high-elevation technology and old-fashioned mountaineering skills. 3 in the Kichatnas. Kim Ann Zimmermann is a contributor to Live Science and sister site Space.com, writing mainly evergreen reference articles that provide background on myriad scientific topics, from astronauts to climate, and from culture to medicine. Youll spend 2 days descending the mountain to Base Camp via the same (or a similar) route. The first ascent via the West Buttress route, known to be the easiest and therefore most popular option, was only officially made in 1951. Most of these stations record air temperature, relative humidity, wind speed and direction, solar radiation, precipitation, snow depth, and soil temperatures. Total snowfall for the 2014-2015 winter season was a meager 44.6 inches, normal is 76.8 inches (Please note that the snowfall season if from July 1 through June 30, so the 2014-2015 season does not include the abundant snowfall recorded in fall of 2015). She covers breaking news, the Mat-Su region, aviation and general assignments. Here are some more facts about the mountain: 1794: British explorer George Vancouver refers to Denali in his journal. 2014 temperature and precipitation data from Denali Park Headquarters: Download the official NPS app before your next visit, Denali Headquarters Average Monthly Temperature, Denali Headquarters Average Monthly Precipitation, Maximum temperature 83 F recorded on July 7, Mean annual air temperature 29.5F (1981-2010 normal is 27.7F), Max. However, linguist James Kari of the Alaska Native Language Center at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, wrote in the book "Shem Petes Alaska" that the name is based on a verb theme meaning "high" or "tall.". The prior year's earthquake had left what had previously been described by the Parker-Browne expedition as a gentle slope ascended in no more than three days as a dangerous, ice-strewn morass on a knife-edged ridge (later named Karstens ridge). 5km Les Cavaliers. In 2003, around 58% of climbers reached the top. Winds increasing (light winds from the ESE on Fri night, near gales from the SSE by Sat night). Have you ever wanted to check conditions for hiking, skiing, and other outdoor activities along the Denali Park Road corridor west of Park Headquarters? Eventually, you will ramp up the frequency of your workouts to about 5 aerobic per week as well as 4 strength training sessions. South winds 15 to 30 mph. 5km Tides. The Denali climbing season wont kick off in earnest for another week or two, though four climbers in two groups were making an attempt at the popular West Buttress route this week. Time Zone. On June 7, the team made the summit attempt. His cheeks had the color of rare steak; they were the cheeks of someone who has spent lots of time on the snow in summer. 2013: Alaska resident Tom Choate, 78, breaks the record as the oldest male to reach the summit. Overall, with there is no time of the hiking season that is definitively better than any other time, so it is best to weigh your options and personal priorities. Mostly cloudy with scattered snow showers. [55] In 1998, historian Robert Bryce discovered an original and un-cropped version of the "fake peak" photograph of Barrill standing on the promontory. The Peters Glacier lies on the northwest side of the massif, while the Muldrow Glacier falls from its northeast slopes. The peak is only 20,310 feet. Day 8 requires setting up shop even higher on the mountain. Winds increasing (moderate winds from the NNW on Wed night, gales from the WNW by Thu night). Denali demands its victors to have significant climbing experience in cramponing, walking on snow, self-arrest, crevasse rescue and glacier travel on a rope team. A ranger is available 9 am to 4 pm daily (except on major holidays). Weather Today Weather Hourly 14 Day Forecast Yesterday/Past Weather Climate (Averages) Currently: 32 F. In 1906, Frederick Cook claimed the first ascent, but this ascent is unverified and its legitimacy questioned. [38], The Koyukon Athabaskans, living in the Yukon, Tanana and Kuskokwim basins, were the first Native Americans with access to the flanks of the mountain. Read, J. Williamson, F. Wright) made the first ascent of the East Buttress. [49], In 1906, Cook launched another expedition to Denali with co-leader Herschel Parker, a Columbia University professor of electrical engineering with extensive mountaineering experience. Weather data and data analysis tools are available for most of these stations from the Western Regional Climate Center (WRCC) and Mesowest websites. It lies deep in the wilderness; 210km north-west of Anchorage, and 275km east of Fairbanks. You should expect a mental challenge as well as a physical one. Daily weather observations from previous seasons can provide an idea of temperatures, snowfall, and wind speeds. 907 683-9532 To see the weather forecasts for the other elevations, use the tab navigation above the As such, committing to an effective training regimen to gear up for the adventure is critical. He climbed using Prusik knots and ropes to ascend and installed equipment while suspended from the tower. Anchorage has an international airport, so fly in here. See more current weather. It will normally include organising, checking and packing your equipment and reviewing climbing skills as well as crevasse rescue techniques. 1995: Merrick Johnston, 12, is the youngest female to summit. Around 19,000 feet (5,791m), Charles McGonagall, older and having exhausted himself carrying the spruce pole, remained behind. The pair erected the pole near the top, with the hope that it would be visible from lower reaches to prove they had made it. . Your email address will not be published. When you look at them collectively, youre looking at impacts that are really substantial.. In 2017, Denali National Park turned 100 years old. [102] Another thermometer was placed at the 15,000-foot (4,600m) level by the U.S. Army Natick Laboratory, and was there from 1950 to 1969. (Weather station: Talkeetna Weather Reporting Station, USA). Located in the Alaska Range and the prominent feature of the Denali National Park, Denali rests at an imposing 6,190m or 20,310 feet elevation above sea level. The, South Buttress, 15,885 feet (4,842m); mean prominence: 335 feet (102m), East Buttress high point, 14,730 feet (4,490m); mean prominence: 380 feet (120m), East Buttress, most topographically prominent point, 14,650 feet (4,470m); mean prominence: 600 feet (180m), Browne Tower, 14,530 feet (4,430m); mean prominence: 75 feet (23m), In 2019, American educational animated series, This page was last edited on 13 April 2023, at 20:59. See more current weather Select month: Why do magnets have north and south poles? The most significant difference from the classic route is the walk in, as opposed to the convenient flight to Denali Base Camp enjoyed by the West Buttress Route hikers.

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