At 12,807 feet above sea level, Granite Peak is Montana’s highest point and one of the most difficult summits in the United States. At the top, climbers soak in awe-inspiring views of jagged Beartooth peaks, alpine lakes, and the vast expanse of the Big Sky country stretching for miles in every direction. Sure, the views are extraordinary, but earning them is no small feat!

Granite Peak has a reputation that precedes it as a challenging summit. Known among mountaineers and state high-point enthusiasts, it is considered second only to Denali in Alaska in terms of difficulty. The reasons are many, including the mountain’s remoteness. Located deep within the Absaroka-Beartooth Wilderness , this mountain requires days of trekking before the summit even comes into view. The final approach is

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