Danny Innamorati

Danny is an avid climber and explorer. He has lived nomadically for the past 9 years guiding in unique areas like the Gunks in New York, Joshua Tree in California, and Denali, Alaska. He dreams of free-climbing big walls and challenging alpine routes in remote parts of the world. Climbing is only half of the picture for him. He found his passion for climbing through teaching and developing those experiences with others. If it weren’t for his community, family and friends in central Massachusetts, he may have never found guiding. Danny started working with Alpine Ascents in 2023, and has grown to love expedition style guiding. In the future he looks forward to guiding bigger peaks around the world and becoming internationally certified.

Take 5 with the Guide

What was your first mountain?
Mount Shuksan. The Sulphide glacier route has such a nice blend of trail, glacier, scrambling and views.

What’s always in your snack bag?
Winco’s chocolate covered espresso beans because I always think I will want them.

If you could be stuck with anyone (past or present) at base camp for a week, who would you choose?
Dan Bateman. He shows off the most important qualities of extended tent stays which are positivity, acceptance and mental fortitude.

What’s your favorite thing to do when you’re not guiding?
Drive to the coast for a change in climate and go surfing at remote beaches.

One piece of advice for aspiring mountaineers
Pick a dream climb and then add way more training routes than you think you need before attempting it.