Askinuk Mountains

The Askinuk Mountains are a remote and rugged mountain range located in western Alaska, near the Bering Sea coast. This isolated range is part of the Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta region, characterized by tundra, permafrost, and a harsh sub-Arctic climate. The mountains rise abruptly from the surrounding low-lying tundra, with steep, rocky slopes and deeply incised valleys. Elevations range from around 1,000 feet to the highest peak, Mount Askinuk, at 4,357 feet. The terrain is extremely challenging, with few established trails and abundant glacial features like cirques, moraines, and small valley glaciers.