Five Fingers Group facts for kids

The Five Fingers group as seen from a helicopter over Pitt Lake

The Five Fingers Group (also known as The Five Fingers) is a cool group of mountains in British Columbia, Canada. Imagine a giant hand reaching up to the sky – that's what these peaks look like! They are located between Pitt Lake and Coquitlam Lake, a bit north of Widgeon Lake. The closest towns are Anmore and Coquitlam.

The Five Fingers Group: Mountains Like a Hand!

The Five Fingers Group is a collection of mountain peaks that stand tall in the beautiful landscape of British Columbia. These mountains get their name because, from a distance, they look a bit like the fingers of a hand reaching up to the sky. While their names, like "Middle Finger" and "The Thumb," are widely used, they aren't officially recognized by the government. It's more of a fun nickname!

What Makes Up the Five Fingers?

All the peaks in the Five Fingers Group are part of one large mountain block, which scientists call a massif (say "mass-eef"). Think of it like a big, connected chunk of rock that forms several distinct peaks. Even though the name suggests five, usually four main peaks are highlighted when talking about this group.

Where Are These Mountains Located?

The Five Fingers Group is found in a very wild and remote part of British Columbia. "Remote" means it's far away from towns and cities, and it's quite hard to get to. One side of these mountains is especially important because it's part of the Coquitlam River area. This area collects and stores water for people to drink, making it a vital watershed. To keep this drinking water safe and clean, access to that side of the mountains is not allowed.

Meet the Peaks of the Five Fingers!

Here are the main peaks that make up the famous Five Fingers Group, along with their heights:

• Middle Finger (mountain) – This is the tallest peak, standing at 1,890 m (6,201 ft) high!
• The Thumb (mountain) – This peak reaches 1,815 m (5,955 ft) into the sky.
• The Forefinger (mountain) – You'll find this peak at 1,741 m (5,712 ft) tall.
• Little Finger (mountain) – The smallest of the named peaks, it's still an impressive 1,732 m (5,682 ft) high.