Barrier Range
Alaska
Elevation Range
4,000 ft - 16,500 ft
Notable Peaks
5
Coordinates
58.1721, -154.8748
About Barrier Range
The Barrier Range is a rugged, remote mountain range located in southern Alaska. Situated in the heart of the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park, this range is characterized by steep, glaciated peaks, deeply carved valleys, and extensive alpine terrain. The landscape is dominated by large glaciers that flow down from the high summits, carving dramatic cirques and U-shaped valleys. The terrain is challenging, with significant elevation gains and technical alpine routes on the major peaks.
Notable Peaks
Mount Bona
16,500 ft
Mount Churchill
15,638 ft
Mount Bear
14,831 ft
Mount Queen Bess
13,970 ft
Mount Fairweather
15,325 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.