Cayoosh Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cayoosh Mountain |
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Cayoosh Mountain, northern aspect
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,561 m (8,402 ft) |
| Prominence | 671 m (2,201 ft) |
| Parent peak | Mount Marriott (2735 m) |
| Listing | Mountains of British Columbia |
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 Cayoosh Mountain
Location in British Columbia
Cayoosh Mountain
Location in Canada
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| Location | British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | Cayoosh Range Lillooet Ranges Pacific Coast Ranges |
| Topo map | NTS 92J/7 |
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| Easiest route | Scrambling via South Ridge |
Cayoosh Mountain is a tall mountain in southwestern British Columbia, Canada. It stands about 2,561 meters (8,402 feet) high. You can find it in the Cayoosh Range, which is part of the larger Pacific Coast Ranges.
The mountain is located about 22 kilometers (14 miles) east-northeast of Pemberton. It's also close to Lillooet Lake and just north of Cayoosh Pass. The closest taller mountain is Mount Marriott, which is about 5.43 kilometers (3.37 miles) away.
Rain and melting snow from Cayoosh Mountain flow into Cayoosh Creek. This creek then joins the Fraser River. A mountaineer named Karl Ricker suggested the mountain's name. It became official on January 23, 1979.
Mountain Weather
Cayoosh Mountain has a very cold climate, similar to what you'd find in places near the Arctic. Most of the weather comes from the Pacific Ocean. These weather systems travel east and hit the Coast Mountains. When they hit the mountains, the air is forced to rise. This makes the air cool down and drop its moisture as rain or snow.
Because of this, the Coast Mountains get a lot of rain and especially heavy snowfall in winter. Temperatures on Cayoosh Mountain can drop below -20 °C (-4 °F). With the wind, it can feel even colder, sometimes below -30 °C (-22 °F). This cold climate allows a glacier to exist on the northeast side of the mountain. The best time to climb Cayoosh Mountain is usually from July to September, when the weather is most favorable.
Climbing Cayoosh Mountain
People who enjoy climbing have found several ways to reach the top of Cayoosh Mountain. These are known as climbing routes.
Some of the established climbing routes include:
- East Face - This route is usually climbed in winter.
- Southwest Ridge - This route was first climbed in 1978.
- South Ridge
- North Ridge
Gallery
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Cayoosh Mountain reflection
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Cayoosh Mountain, southern aspect, as seen from Slalok Mountain
(Mt. Marriott in upper right)
