Mount Russell, Mountain peak in Denali Borough, United States.
Description
Mount Russell rises to 3,557 meters in the Alaska Range with a pyramid-shaped profile built from golden granite. Steep ridges and glaciated slopes define its prominent appearance across the surrounding terrain.
History
German mountaineers first reached the summit in 1962 via the Chedotlothna Glacier and west face route. This ascent opened the way for understanding technical climbing possibilities on this peak.
Culture
The peak draws experienced mountaineers seeking to test themselves on technical terrain in harsh alpine settings. Climbers value the demanding routes and the skills they require to navigate safely.
Practical
Access requires careful planning due to changing glacier conditions, with Dall Glacier currently serving as the main landing zone for expeditions. Visitors should expect accessibility to depend heavily on weather and snow conditions.
Did you know?
The peak experiences stronger wind patterns than typical for its elevation due to its exposed position receiving direct storm winds from surrounding lowlands. This exposure makes weather conditions at the summit particularly unpredictable and severe.
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