Hamperokken is a peak of regional importance. It is the highest peak in the area, and it's pleasing spire beckons the climber. The views from the summit are exceptional, as all other local peaks are lower, and fjords are visible in 3 different directions. This is one of the most visible and popular climbs in the Troms area.

Getting There

First get to Tromsø. The easiest way to do this is by plane. There are no trains, and the highway is tedious. Once in Tromsø, take E8 South out of town. After about 30 kilometers, a sign for Brievikeidet appears. This is highway 91. Turn left on 91, and follow it until reaching the EISCAT research facility. There is a large radio telescope as well as other research structures. Continue driving for about 4 kilometers. There is a small parking area with a sign on fishing regulations, next to a small stream. Park here, cross the bridge, and begin hiking up past a couple of houses and a barn. While the summit was visible during the drive in, now all you see is a big rounded ridge. This is the start. A bit of careful wandering will locate a woodcutters track, which greatly reduces the amount of thrashing through scrub birches. Follow the track which turns to a climbers path.

From here the path narrows and disappears, but continue straight up until the ridge narrows. The ridge gets a bit airy at times, most difficulties are passed on the left, though the worst section is passed on the right. Be careful not to go too low when traversing on the right side. The final summit tower is passed on the right, up tricky class 3 slabs which are often wet and\or icy. From there, choose the most solid 3rd class scramble, and take turns standing on the tiny summit.

Red Tape

Ask permission before parking if it looks like your on a private way. No permit fees or rules really. Just leave it as you found it.

When To Climb

This is attempted almost year round. The two months of no sunlight in the arctic winter add an extra challenge however. February to October works better.

External Links

Winter Hamperokken
Great pictures of climbing Hamperokken in Spring\Winter conditions, with Norwegian text.

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