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Chitanatala Mountains

Alaska

Elevation Range

2,000 ft - 8,420 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

64.5669, -152.1933

About Chitanatala Mountains

The Chitanatala Mountains are a remote and rugged mountain range located in the interior of Alaska. This vast wilderness area is characterized by steep, glaciated peaks, deep valleys, and numerous alpine lakes and tarns. The terrain is predominantly rocky and includes boulder fields, scree slopes, and jagged ridges. The climate is subarctic, with long, cold winters and short, cool summers. Vegetation is sparse, consisting mainly of hardy tundra plants and scattered stands of spruce and birch.

Notable Peaks

Mount Chitanatala

8,420 ft

Mount Tolvana

7,980 ft

Alatna Peak

7,560 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Bettles, AK
Allakaket, AK

Location

Alaska

64.5669, -152.1933

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Data Source

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

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