India, Oct. 3 -- Balin Miller, a 23-year-old climber from Alaska, died Wednesday while attempting El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. His mother, Jeanine Girard-Moorman, confirmed his death, according to New York Post.

"He's been climbing since he was a young boy," she said. "His heart and soul was truly to just climb. He loved climbing, and it was never about money or fame."

The accident occurred as Miller was rope soloing the Sea of Dreams route, which is about 2,400 feet high. His brother Dylan said he had already completed the climb and was hauling gear when he probably rappelled off the end of his rope.

Miller was already well known in the climbing community. He gained attention earlier this year after claiming the first solo as...