The highest mountain in North America is Denali, formerly known as Mount McKinley. Located in Alaska, Denali stands at an impressive elevation of 20,310 feet (6,190 meters) above sea level, making it the tallest peak in North America and the third highest of the Seven Summits, which are the tallest mountains on each of the seven continents. Denali is part of the Alaska Range and is renowned for its stunning landscapes and challenging climbing conditions. The mountain is culturally significant for Indigenous peoples and was officially designated as Denali, meaning "The High One," in 2015.