Argus Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Argus Mountain |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,994 m (6,542 ft) |
| Prominence | 269 m (883 ft) |
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 Argus Mountain
Location in British Columbia
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| Location | Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | Vancouver Island Ranges |
| Topo map | NTS 92/F11 |
Argus Mountain is a tall mountain located on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. It stands about 32 kilometers (20 miles) southwest of a town called Courtenay. It's also just 1 kilometer (0.6 miles) north of another peak known as The Red Pillar.
Argus Mountain is part of a larger group of mountains called the Vancouver Island Ranges. These ranges are themselves a section of the Insular Mountains, which stretch along the coast.
Mountain's Name: Why Argus?
Have you ever wondered how mountains get their names? Argus Mountain was named to honor a local newspaper from the area. This newspaper was called the "Comox Argus."
The editor of this newspaper, Mr. Ben Hughes, tried to climb the mountain way back in 1931. The word "Argus" itself means "watchful guardian." It's a cool name for a mountain that seems to watch over the land!
Reaching Argus Mountain
Argus Mountain is surrounded by many other tall peaks on Vancouver Island. Because of its location, there aren't any easy, direct paths to the top.
Instead, climbers usually reach Argus Mountain by traveling across high mountain ridges and even glaciers from nearby summits. It's often approached from the Comox Glacier or The Red Pillar. This makes climbing it a real adventure!
See Also
- List of mountains in British Columbia
