First climbed in 1945, Mount Silverthrone is the 5th highest peak in the Alaska Range located at the head of Ruth and Brooks Glaciers. The West Face offers a unique and direct route to the summit. Plan on 1-2 weeks for the entire trip beginning from Wonder Lake. The climb can be done in one day once you reach McGonagall Pass (5,720ft.). Here are some other popular places to camp. Muldrow (5,800 to 7,000ft.)- camp anywhere on the glacier. Be cautious of high winds. West Face Base Camp (7,300ft.)- This is near the entrance of the Southwest Fork of Traleika. No camping is available in the couloir. Once you reach the couloir you’ll see the face has 5 gullies. The Large left gully is where you should ascend. All the other gullies have danger of hanging glaciers. Bring 3-4 ice screws, 2 pickets, one 165ft. rope and two ice tools per person.