What makes climbing Mt. McKinley/Denali so dangerous?

A few quickly come to mind. First is that unlike most of the 8000M expeditions in the Himalayas, you don't have the luxury of sherpas or other people to carry your gear. It's a massive mountain, tallest on land in the world from base to summit, and you're going to be hauling your own crap up and down it. read more

A few quickly come to mind. First is that unlike most of the 8000M expeditions in the Himalayas, you don't have the luxury of sherpas or other people to carry your gear. read more

Mountaineers attempting a climb of Mt. McKinley or Mt. Foraker must register with the Talkeetna Ranger Station at least 60 days prior to their start date. The Mountaineering Special Use Fee of $350 and will be charged in full at the time of registration to each expedition member (same fee applies to Denali or Mt. Foraker). read more