Mount Bona, Stratovolcano in Saint Elias Mountains, Alaska, United States
Description
Mount Bona is a stratovolcano in the Saint Elias Mountains that rises to about 16,400 feet. Its slopes are covered by large icefields and glaciers that make the terrain steep and difficult to cross.
History
Prince Luigi Amedeo named the mountain in 1897 after his racing yacht while climbing nearby Mount Saint Elias. This naming connected the peak to Italian exploration history in the region.
Culture
The mountain is part of Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and shapes how people understand this remote Alaskan wilderness. Visitors experience a landscape where glaciers dominate the view and the mountain connects to local exploration heritage.
Practical
Climbers reach Mount Bona through McCarthy, Alaska and need specialized equipment for glacier travel. The climbing window is short and limited to warmer months when conditions allow safe passage.
Did you know?
The mountain conceals an active volcano beneath its massive ice covering, creating an unusual combination of fire and ice. This layering of volcanic rock and ice makes it geologically rare for the region.
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