Harry Karstens
Harry Karstens in 1927 as superintendent of Mount McKinley National Park. | |
| Personal information | |
|---|---|
| Main discipline | Mountain climber |
| Born | September 2, 1878 Chicago, Illinois |
| Died | November 28, 1955 (aged 77) Fairbanks, Alaska |
| Nationality | American |
| Career | |
| Notable ascents | Denali (June 7, 1913) |
Henry Peter Karstens (September 2, 1878 – November 28, 1955) was the first superintendent of Denali National Park, from 1921 to 1928. He was the guide and climbing leader of the first complete ascent of Denali in 1913, with expedition members Hudson Stuck, Walter Harper and Robert Tatum. John Fredson and Esaias George were two young Gwich'in Alaska Natives who supported the party.