The Chugach Mountains are the northernmost of the Pacific Coast Ranges, running along southern Alaska from Knik and Turnagain Arms in the west to the Bering and Tana glaciers in the east. Mount Marcus Baker, at about 13,094 feet, is the highest peak.[1]
| Highest peak | Mount Marcus Baker, about 13,094 ft |
|---|---|
| Length | About 250–300 miles |
| Average elevation | 4,006 ft |
| Protected | Chugach State Park; Chugach National Forest |
Extent
The range is bounded on the north by the Matanuska, Copper and Chitina rivers. Sources differ on its size: the infobox gives 300 miles east–west, while the text gives about 250 miles long and 60 miles wide.[1]
Peaks and snow
Mount Marcus Baker is given as 13,094 feet in the text and infobox, though a peak table lists 13,176 feet. The range gets heavy snowfall, averaging over 800 inches a year.[1]
Protection
The mountains are protected in Chugach State Park and the Chugach National Forest, and the Anchorage area is a popular outdoor destination.[1]
FAQs
What is the highest Chugach peak? Mount Marcus Baker.
Where do they run? From Knik and Turnagain Arms east to the Bering and Tana glaciers.
What protects them? Chugach State Park and Chugach National Forest.
Sources
Key facts
- Northernmost Pacific Coast range
- Heavy snowfall
- State park
Quick checkHighest peak?Show answer
Mount Marcus Baker.
Sources
- Wikipedia. Chugach Mountains. 2026 (accessed 2026-11-12)
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