North American Classic Climbs

Denali

Cassin Ridge

A very challenging route on the continent's highest mountain. This is one of the most serious undertakings in this collection. It has technical rock and ice, serious objective hazards, high altitude, and extreme weather conditions. This route is very committing, and requires highly developed alpine and expeditionary climbing skills.

Type:

Alpine Mixed (Expeditionary)

Seriousness:

Location:

Denali Nat'l Park, Alaska, USA

References:

G19, G43, I1, I2, I12, W2

Rating:

Alaska Grade 5

Route Descriptions & Maps:

None

First Ascent:

R. Cassin, G. Alippi, L. Airoldi, G. Canali, R. Perogo, A. Zucchi, June 1961

Trip Reports:

Beall 8/81
Sanderson 5/00
Anderson 6/01