Mount Carpe

Mount Carpe is a mountain summit in Denali National Park rising to about 12,550 feet on the northeast side of Denali. The peak stands about 1,800 feet above the surrounding terrain in a region marked by steep slopes and glaciated valleys.

The peak was named in 1943 by an Army expedition to honor a researcher who died in 1932 during a scientific expedition. The naming reflected a broader effort to commemorate early polar explorers through geographic features.

The peak bears the name of Allen Carpé, a researcher who studied glaciers in this region. The name reflects how scientific work shaped the way people understood this harsh landscape.

Climbers should prepare for extremely cold conditions, snow-covered terrain, and rapid weather changes typical of high-altitude Denali area climbing. Access to the park requires permits, and anyone attempting this peak should be properly equipped and experienced with alpine conditions.

The summit has never been climbed and remains one of the few accessible yet unclaimed peaks in the park. This status makes it compelling for those seeking to explore beyond well-known routes.

Location: Alaska

GPS coordinates: 63.15219,-150.86100

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:31