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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

mountaineering
glacier hiking
backcountry skiing
rock climbing
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

McCarthy, AK
Yakutat, AK
Haines, AK

Location

Alaska

58.1721, -154.8748

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Data Source

Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.

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