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Clearwater Mountains

Alaska

Elevation Range

4,000 ft - 16,237 ft

Notable Peaks

3

Coordinates

63.2709, -146.8496

About Clearwater Mountains

The Clearwater Mountains are a remote and rugged mountain range located in the heart of central Alaska. Characterized by steep, glaciated peaks, deep valleys, and an abundance of alpine lakes, the Clearwater Mountains offer a true wilderness experience for outdoor enthusiasts. The terrain is predominantly composed of granite and metamorphic rock, with many summits exceeding 6,000 feet in elevation. The range is situated within the Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, one of the largest protected wilderness areas in the United States.

Notable Peaks

Mount Drum

12,010 ft

Mount Sanford

16,237 ft

Mount Wrangell

14,163 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

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Gateway Towns

Copper Center, AK
Glennallen, AK

Location

Alaska

63.2709, -146.8496

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Data Source

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

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