2026 Expedition Parkas: Proven High-Altitude Options Mountaineers Trust

When temperatures plummet and winds roar, an expedition parka is your static-warmth insurance at high camps, belays, and stormbound bivies. For 2026, proven high-altitude options include heavyweight down parkas for basecamp (Feathered Friends Khumbu, Canada Goose Expedition), waterproof alpine shells with down for mixed weather (Arc’teryx Alpha Parka, Patagonia Jackson Glacier), and high warmth-to-weight pieces for fast pushes (Mountain Equipment K7, Rab Neutrino Pro, Arc’teryx Nuclei SV). The right choice depends on your mission, weather, and how much margin of safety you want. Guides consistently emphasize planning for colder, slower scenarios than expected—a principle echoed by the RMI Guides Knowledge Hub. At Hiking Manual, we lean warmer and more protective for big objectives.