Alnus Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Alnus Peak |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,968 m (9,738 ft) |
Prominence | 508 m (1,667 ft) |
Geography | |
Location | Alberta / British Columbia, Canada |
Parent range | Park Ranges |
Topo map | NTS 83D/08 |
Climbing | |
First ascent | 1920 Boundary Commission |
Alnus Peak is located on the Canadian provincial boundary between Alberta and British Columbia. It was named in 1921 by Arthur O. Wheeler; alnus is the Latin name of the Alder tree. The name may refer to the dense stands of Red Alder found in the area.
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