Mount Whitecap

Mount Whitecap is a summit in the Wind River Range that rises to about 3,970 meters (13,020 feet) above sea level. Its steep rock faces, composed of granite and gneiss, offer multiple climbing routes of varying difficulty.

The first recorded ascent took place in 1930 when Kenneth Henderson and Robert Underhill reached the summit. Since then, climbers have explored and developed multiple routes to reach the top.

The Wind River Range, where Mount Whitecap stands, holds deep spiritual meaning for the Shoshone tribes who have lived in this region for generations.

Visitors need advanced mountaineering skills and proper climbing equipment to attempt the routes on this peak. The warmer months offer better conditions for navigating the rock passages safely.

The south-facing couloirs shift appearance with the seasons, offering snow climbs in spring that become dry rock passages by late summer. These seasonal changes significantly affect which techniques and gear climbers need to bring.

Location: Wyoming

Elevation above the sea: 3,970 m

GPS coordinates: 43.16856,-109.69210

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:01