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West Buttress

Name: West Buttress
Rating: 3.6

Mod. Snow

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	West Buttress Mod. Snow
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Type:	Snow, Alpine, 13100 ft (3970 m)
FA:	Wasburn, Hackett, Gale, Buchtel, Ambler, Griffiths, More & Bishop on July 10, 13 & 14 1951
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Description

The West Buttress is often considered the a long and steady climb to the top of Denali. It is the easiest route to the top but it can still kill you very quickly. The route has around 12,500 ft. of elevation gain. Weather can change in a heartbeat so come prepared for anything.