Horn Mountains
Alaska
Elevation Range
3,000 ft - 6,749 ft
Notable Peaks
5
Coordinates
61.7153, -158.4694
About Horn Mountains
The Horn Mountains are a rugged, remote mountain range located in the heart of Alaska's interior. Stretching across the Yukon-Koyukuk region, this range is characterized by steep, craggy peaks, deep glacial valleys, and expansive alpine tundra. The terrain is generally rocky and challenging, with numerous glaciers, snowfields, and talus slopes. The climate is subarctic, with long, cold winters and short, mild summers. The range is home to a variety of wildlife, including caribou, Dall sheep, grizzly bears, and migratory birds.
Notable Peaks
Mount Gakona
6,749 ft
Mount Nunatak
6,515 ft
Mount Deming
6,233 ft
Mount Hubley
6,150 ft
Mount Silvertip
5,984 ft
Activities
Best Seasons
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.