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Mountain Range
expert
Fanshaw Range
Alaska
Elevation Range
0 ft - 7,017 ft
Notable Peaks
3
Coordinates
57.2101, -133.4524
About Fanshaw Range
The Fanshaw Range is a remote and rugged mountain range located in southeastern Alaska. Spanning over 50 miles, the range is characterized by steep, glaciated peaks that rise from the surrounding coastal forests and fjords. The terrain is challenging, with numerous high alpine valleys, glaciers, and rocky ridgelines. The Fanshaw Range experiences a cool, maritime climate, with heavy snowfall in the winter months and cool, wet summers.
Notable Peaks
Mount Fanshaw
7,017 ft
Mount Slocum
6,732 ft
Mount Whitehorse
6,417 ft
Activities
mountaineering
backpacking
rock climbing
glacier travel
wildlife viewing
Best Seasons
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Juneau, AK
Haines, AK
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.