North Yuyanq’ Ch’ex (formerly "North Suicide Peak") is a

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in the U.S. state of

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, located in Chugach State Park.

Location

North Yuyanq’ Ch’ex is located on the southern edge of Chugach State Park, in Alaska, and is positioned between South Yuyanq’ Ch’ex, Homicide Peak, Avalanche Peak, and Rabbit Lake.

Access and recreation

North Yuyanq’ Ch’ex is accessible via the popular Falls Creek, McHugh Creek, and Rabbit Lake trails. In the summer months, it is a rugged but non-technical climb that is typically completed as a day trip from nearby

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. The peak can be climbed in all seasons but is most popular in the summer and fall, when the majority of the mountain is snow-free.

References

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