Kichatna Mountains in Denali National Park

Kichatna Mountains

Known for their short, steep spires, the Kichatna Mountains are a minor mountain range.

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Kichatna Mountains Details

Known for their short, steep spires (like the Cathedral Spires), the Kichatna Mountains are a minor mountain range located in the southwest corner of Denali known for their technical mountain climbing. Kichatna Spire is the high point in the range, at "just" 8,985 feet. These lightly visited mountains are home to some small glaciers, such as Tatina and Cul-De-Sac, which have undergone dramatic shrinking in recent years, likely due to climate change.

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Nearby Points of Interest Around Kichatna Mountains

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2.2 mi away

Cathedral Spires

A major feature of the Kichatna Mountains -- and sometimes synonymous with them -- are the Cathedral Spires.

17.4 mi away

Mount Dall

Mt. Dall is 8,399 feet high and located southwest of Denali (Mt. McKinley).

22.6 mi away

Surprise Glacier

This Denali glacier moves westward and forms the source of the Tonzona River.

25.4 mi away

Yentna River

The Yentna River splits into east and west forks before meeting the Susitna River.

26.8 mi away

Dall Glacier

Dall Glacier begins on Mt. Russell within Denali National Park.