Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Linus arrives in Talkeetna and quickly gets flown out to Mt. McKinley base camp by K2 aviation. See the classic haunts in the famous town closest to Denali National Park.
Join me at Denali Base Camp and the Talkeetna Ranger Station. See the Alaska train journey and snowy mountain landscapes.
This video documents trip starting in Talkeetna, Alaska. It covers my visit to the Ranger Station and a look at the iconic Alaska train line. If you are planning an Alaska trip, this footage provides a clear perspective on the logistics and visual experience of traveling through these areas.
The journey continues on May 26, 2026, as I arrive at Denali Base Camp. You will get a close-up look at the snowy mountain landscapes that define Denali National Park. Whether you are interested in the Alaska train routes or want to see the terrain near the base camp, this walkthrough captures the reality of the region.
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Wilson, Linus, Weather and Summit Success on Denali (July 25, 2026). Available at SSRN: ssrn.com/abstract=7182018
50 state high point playlist and ranking videos youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmISw2WoaEPwJDcgNIxIvcnFI9paECd0j&si=wQKtdG6qz7NU5R4Na
Dr. Linus Wilson's research is at linuswilson.com of financeprofessor.org
See my high point ranking at Wilson, Linus, Does Difficulty Affect U.S. State High Points Ascents? (July 20, 2023). Available at SSRN: ssrn.com/abstract=4516746 or dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4516746
See also
Wilson, Linus, The Seasonality of Climbing Mt. McKinley (Denali) (March 17, 2026). Available at SSRN: ssrn.com/abstract=6438122
Below are my Amazon affiliate links for the Denali gear list for the same or roughly equivalent gear as mentioned in the video. #ad
The North Face Base Camp Duffel - Extra Large Summit Gold/Tnf Black One Size
amazon.com/dp/B072WHXMLB/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_7ESHC6SXQF7JD7P0A9XA?linkCode=ml1&tag=ltw0f-20&th=1
M-Tac Thermo Bottle Type 2 for Cold & Hot Beverages - Stainless Steel Leakproof Vacuum Insulated Flask (Olive, 34 oz)
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Wide Mouth Cantene amazon.com/dp/B000BS0AR4/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_8PRTCXYB9YZP4PE9CJWW?linkCode=ml2&tag=ltw0f-20
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finessCity Longest Titanium Long Handled Spoon It's 9.65 inch/ 245mm Long Spoon with Bigger Polished
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NeoAir XTherm NXT MAX Ultralight Camping and Backpacking Sleeping Pad amzn.to/43uUg55
Nalgene Wide Mouth Cantene (48-Ounce) amzn.to/3DgBUu2
Portable Charger Power Bank 26800mah, Ultra-High Capacity Safer External Cell Phone Battery Pack （Red)
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Miady 2-Pack 10000mAh Dual USB Portable Charger amzn.to/3NWtjRZ
[4-Pack] AirTag Holder - Silicone Case for AirTag Keychain for Keys, Bags, Luggage
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Captain Linus Wilson is the author of How to Sail Around the World Part-Time which is available in eBook and softcover on Amazon and in audiobook for all patrons of Slow Boat Sailing at patreon.com/slowboatsailing
Slow Boat to the Bahamas at
amazon.com/dp/B018OUI1Q2
on Audible at
audible.com/pd/B07N7QFNJR/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-141382&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_141382_rh_us
Slow Boat to Cuba
amazon.com/dp/B01MFFX9AG
gumroad.com/l/cubabook
and How to Sail Around the World-Part Time
amazon.com/dp/B01B0OFYNW
gumroad.com/l/sailing
have been #1 sailing ebook bestsellers on Amazon.
You can get the full audiobook of Sailing to Treasure Island by Captain John C. Voss. at
Patreon.com/slowboatsailing
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Copyright Linus Wilson, Oxriver Publishing, Vermilion Advisory Services, LLC, 2026
Linus arrives in Talkeetna and quickly gets flown out to Mt. McKinley base camp by K2 aviation. See the classic haunts in the famous town closest to Denali National Park.
Join me at Denali Base Camp and the Talkeetna Ranger Station. See the Alaska train journey and snowy mountain landscapes.
This video documents trip starting in Talkeetna, Alaska. It covers my visit to the Ranger Station and a look at the iconic Alaska train line. If you are planning an Alaska trip, this footage provides a clear perspective on the logistics and visual experience of traveling through these areas.
The journey continues on May 26, 2026, as I arrive at Denali Base Camp. You will get a close-up look at the snowy mountain landscapes that define Denali National Park. Whether you are interested in the Alaska train routes or want to see the terrain near the base camp, this walkthrough captures the reality of the region.
Subscribe for weekly Denali mountaineering vlogs.
Wilson, Linus, Weather and Summit Success on Denali (July 25, 2026). Available at SSRN: ssrn.com/abstract=7182018
50 state high point playlist and ranking videos youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmISw2WoaEPwJDcgNIxIvcnFI9paECd0j&si=wQKtdG6qz7NU5R4Na
Dr. Linus Wilson's research is at linuswilson.com of financeprofessor.org
See my high point ranking at Wilson, Linus, Does Difficulty Affect U.S. State High Points Ascents? (July 20, 2023). Available at SSRN: ssrn.com/abstract=4516746 or dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4516746
See also
Wilson, Linus, The Seasonality of Climbing Mt. McKinley (Denali) (March 17, 2026). Available at SSRN: ssrn.com/abstract=6438122
Below are my Amazon affiliate links for the Denali gear list for the same or roughly equivalent gear as mentioned in the video. #ad
The North Face Base Camp Duffel - Extra Large Summit Gold/Tnf Black One Size
amazon.com/dp/B072WHXMLB/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_7ESHC6SXQF7JD7P0A9XA?linkCode=ml1&tag=ltw0f-20&th=1
M-Tac Thermo Bottle Type 2 for Cold & Hot Beverages - Stainless Steel Leakproof Vacuum Insulated Flask (Olive, 34 oz)
amzn.to/3QADz57
Wide Mouth Cantene amazon.com/dp/B000BS0AR4/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_8PRTCXYB9YZP4PE9CJWW?linkCode=ml2&tag=ltw0f-20
Banana Boat Sport Ultra SPF 50 Lip Sunscreen 2 Pack | SPF Lip Balm Pack, SPF 50, Oxybenzone Free Sunscreen, Lip Sunblock, Travel Size Sunscreen for Lips SPF 50, Twin Pack amazon.com/dp/B09GQY5SNF/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_C2TVZ244EFXYKPQ4DW86?linkCode=ml1&tag=ltw0f-20
finessCity Longest Titanium Long Handled Spoon It's 9.65 inch/ 245mm Long Spoon with Bigger Polished
amazon.com/dp/B073R45RYX/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_NGNJ2MDAM77C1ZJVHT1Y?linkCode=ml1&tag=ltw0f-20
wstring Bags Foldable Lightweight amzn.to/3Dql3EV
NeoAir XTherm NXT MAX Ultralight Camping and Backpacking Sleeping Pad amzn.to/43uUg55
Nalgene Wide Mouth Cantene (48-Ounce) amzn.to/3DgBUu2
Portable Charger Power Bank 26800mah, Ultra-High Capacity Safer External Cell Phone Battery Pack （Red)
amzn.to/3PYJ2mn
Miady 2-Pack 10000mAh Dual USB Portable Charger amzn.to/3NWtjRZ
[4-Pack] AirTag Holder - Silicone Case for AirTag Keychain for Keys, Bags, Luggage
amzn.to/3Ohwq8C
Captain Linus Wilson is the author of How to Sail Around the World Part-Time which is available in eBook and softcover on Amazon and in audiobook for all patrons of Slow Boat Sailing at patreon.com/slowboatsailing
Slow Boat to the Bahamas at
amazon.com/dp/B018OUI1Q2
on Audible at
audible.com/pd/B07N7QFNJR/?source_code=AUDFPWS0223189MWT-BK-ACX0-141382&ref=acx_bty_BK_ACX0_141382_rh_us
Slow Boat to Cuba
amazon.com/dp/B01MFFX9AG
gumroad.com/l/cubabook
and How to Sail Around the World-Part Time
amazon.com/dp/B01B0OFYNW
gumroad.com/l/sailing
have been #1 sailing ebook bestsellers on Amazon.
You can get the full audiobook of Sailing to Treasure Island by Captain John C. Voss. at
Patreon.com/slowboatsailing
Sign up for our free newsletter for access to free books and other promotions at slowboatsailing.com
Support the videos at
Patreon.com/slowboatsailing
Sign up for our free newsletter for access to free books and other promotions at slowboatsailing.com
Copyright Linus Wilson, Oxriver Publishing, Vermilion Advisory Services, LLC, 2026
