Mount Hubbard is a mountain in the Saint Elias Mountains, rising to 14,951 feet on the border between Alaska and the Yukon. It lies within Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, the largest national park in the United States, and is also known as Mount Hubbard Peak.
The peak is named after Gardiner Greene Hubbard, who was the first president of the National Geographic Society. For visitors interested in the history of exploration and mapping in this region, that connection gives the mountain a particular resonance.
What to expect
Mount Hubbard is a high alpine peak, and its scale is the first thing most visitors notice. It is a destination for those who come to see large mountain landscapes rather than a place with developed visitor facilities at the summit. Because the peak sits on an international border, its views are shaped by the wide, glaciated terrain of the Saint Elias range.
Planning your visit
The mountain is part of a national park, so the park's information services are the best starting point for current conditions and access. You can reach the park's staff by phone at +1-907-822-5234.
- Location: Wrangell-St. Elias National Park and Preserve, near Copper Center, Alaska
- Elevation: 14,951 feet
- Setting: Saint Elias Mountains, on the Alaska-Yukon border
- Contact: +1-907-822-5234
Visitors should plan with the park in mind, since the surrounding wilderness is remote and conditions can change quickly. Mount Hubbard suits travellers who want to experience one of the great mountain regions of North America.
