Stories
Mountain adventures create the best stories, and we want to share some of ours with you. Dive into Alpenglow Stories to stay up to date on expeditions in the field, read blogs, and get tips and tricks from guides.
2025 Local’s Day on the Tahoe Via
Our tour will take place on the Tahoe Via Ferrata on Sunday September 28, 2025. This is a chance for Lake Tahoe locals to climb the Tahoe Via Ferrata with professional Alpenglow Expeditions rock climbing guides.
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Field Mag: Guide Adrian Ballinger on How Expedition Travel Changed the World
Alpenglow Expeditions’ founder shares archival photos and stories about near-death experiences on Everest, basecamp snacks, and the evolution of alpine guiding.
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Wall Street Journal: The Tiny Western Town That’s Quietly Become the Coolest Place to Ski
Once a frontier town for loggers and cowboys, Truckee, near Lake Tahoe, has quickly grown into a hub of winter adventure—not to mention hip coffee shops and new restaurants.
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High Sierra Alpine Climbing: An Escape from the Stress of Everyday Life
Discover how overnight alpine climbing in the High Sierra offers a powerful escape from stress—immerse yourself in fresh air, fierce granite climbs, and peaceful mountain nights.
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Lhakpa Ri: Your First Step Into the Himalaya
For anyone who’s thought about climbing Everest someday, the north side of Tibet holds a lot of curiosity. The road to base camp, the feel of the mountain, the exposure to altitude — it’s all part of the Everest experience. But there’s another peak, standing right next door, that gives you that same exposure without the full Everest commitment: Lhakpa Ri.
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Why Our Aconcagua Rapid Ascent Costs More
If you’ve been looking at Aconcagua expeditions lately, you’ve probably noticed prices across the board are higher than they used to be. Ours included. For 2025/2026, our Rapid Ascent of Aconcagua is priced at $16,450. Here’s a transparent look at why — and what you get for that investment.
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Skiing the World: A Look at Our International Ski Expeditions
At Alpenglow, we’ve built our international ski trips around more than just skiing. Each destination offers its own rhythm — from bottomless powder to high-alpine volcanoes, from European valleys to the sharp spires of Patagonia. Here’s how they stack up.
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How the Via Ferrata Came to Lake Tahoe
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The History and Adventure of Donner Pass
Discover the history of this beautiful area as you explore private rock climbing adventures at Donner Summit!
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Mexico Beyond the Beaches: Climbing Volcanoes in 9 Days
When most people think of Mexico, they picture sand, surf, and maybe a mezcal margarita at sunset. What often gets overlooked is that central Mexico holds some of North America’s most striking high-altitude terrain. On the Volcanoes of Mexico expedition, you don’t just visit—you climb straight into it.
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Climbing Everest with Us: What Sets Our Expeditions Apart
Our Everest approach is built on decades of experience guiding in the Himalaya and on a commitment to making every step safer, healthier, and more rewarding. Here’s how we do it differently.
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