Mount Igikpak, Mountain summit in Gates of the Arctic National Park, USA
Mount Igikpak rises to 2,523 meters as the highest peak in the Schwatka Mountains section of the Brooks Range in northern Alaska.
The first recorded ascent of Mount Igikpak occurred on August 9, 1968, when climbers David Roberts, Chuck Loucks, and Al De Maria reached its summit.
The name Igikpak originates from the Iñupiaq language, signifying a large mountain that holds significance for local indigenous communities in Northwest Arctic Borough.
Access to Mount Igikpak requires advance planning, including arrangements for bush plane services and obtaining necessary permits from Gates of the Arctic National Park.
Mount Igikpak stands as the most prominent peak among 139 mountains in Northwest Arctic, featuring distinct geological formations near the source of Noatak River.
Location: Northwest Arctic Borough
Elevation above the sea: 2,523 m
GPS coordinates: 67.41266,-154.96473
Latest update: May 17, 2025 12:43
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