Beta
All Mountain Ranges
Mountain Range
hard

Fourth Range

Alaska

Elevation Range

4,000 ft - 16,390 ft

Notable Peaks

5

Coordinates

69.3500, -145.5833

About Fourth Range

The Fourth Range is a remote and rugged mountain range in the heart of Alaska's wilderness. Spanning across the state's interior, this range is characterized by sharp, jagged peaks, deep glacial valleys, and an abundance of alpine lakes and tarns. The terrain is predominantly rocky and steep, with many exposed ridges and technical climbing routes. The range experiences a subarctic climate, with long, snowy winters and short, cool summers. Despite its remote location, the Fourth Range offers exceptional opportunities for outdoor recreation, drawing adventurous hikers, backpackers, and mountaineers to its challenging yet rewarding landscapes.

Notable Peaks

Mount Wrangell

14,163 ft

Mount Churchill

13,844 ft

Mount Blackburn

16,390 ft

Mount Sanford

16,237 ft

Mount Drum

12,010 ft

Activities

hiking
backpacking
mountaineering
rock climbing
camping
wildlife viewing

Best Seasons

summer

fall

Plan Your Trip

Let Cairn help you plan the perfect adventure to Fourth Range.

Start Planning

Gateway Towns

Glennallen, AK
Copper Center, AK
McCarthy, AK

Location

Alaska

69.3500, -145.5833

Open in Google Maps

Data Source

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

    Fourth Range | Cairn | Cairn