The Mooses Tooth.

The Mooses Tooth is one of the most iconic peaks in the Alaska Range, offering two classic ice and mixed routes up its south face. Ham and Eggs features 2400’ of classic steep snow and ice climbing up to AI4 followed by a mindblowing ridge traverse to the summit. If you’re hungry for more and the conditions align, right next door is the steeper and more sustained, Shaken Not Stirred. This route climbs a similar but steeper couloir through a series of icy curtains and narrow runnels, culminating in an often overhanging pitch of WI5+ and M5. The climbing is classic, the views are insane and flying onto the Root Canal Glacier is an unforgettable experience. Contact us for more information or to book a trip! We also have a blog post from a 2024 trip to the Mooses Tooth.

  • Climbers looking to tackle any route on the Mooses Tooth should have a solid background in ice movement and feel comfortable following WI4 all day long with a 20-30lb pack

  • Experience in glacier travel, crevasse rescue and snow camping is a must

  • We require all prospective Alaska Range climbers to climb with us beforehand so we can ensure we are matching you with the right objective for your skill level

  • If you’re looking to build your experience come climb with us in Colorado or the North Cascades

Is this a good trip for my skill level?

  • Most trips to the Mooses Tooth are 6 day itineraries (time on glacier)

  • The typical season is April-early May

  • Sample itinerary:

    Day 0: Travel to Anchorage, transfer to Talkeetna. Gear check in town, stay in hotel

    Day 1: Fly onto Root Canal Glacier, set up camp and prepare to climb the mountain

    Days 2-5: Possible climbing days

    Day 6: Fly back to Talkeetna, stay in hotel

    Day 7: Transfer to Anchorage, fly home

What does a typical trip look like?

Trip costs and inclusions

  • 6 day itineraries at a 1:1 client to guide ratio start at $8500

  • 6 day itineraries at a 2:1 client to guide ratio start at $6500pp

  • Includes: guiding and instruction from an AMGA Alpine certified guide, glacier flights, meals on the glacier, group equipment (tents, stoves, kitchen, climbing ropes and equipment, etc.), 1 night Talkeetna lodging before and after, RT transfer Anchorage to Talkeetna

  • Not included: guide gratuity, flights to Anchorage, person clothing and equipment, snacks on route, extra lodging in Talkeetna/Anchorage, meals off the mountain, trip insurance

Western Climbing Guides operates in Denali National Park under a Commercial Use Authorization