Misty Range facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Misty Range |
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Misty Range with Mist Mountain and Mount Arethusa
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Mount Rae |
| Elevation | 3,218 m (10,558 ft) |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 18 km (11 mi) N-S |
| Width | 16 km (9.9 mi) E-W |
| Area | 136 km2 (53 sq mi) |
| Geography | |
 Location in Alberta
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| Country | Canada |
| Province | Alberta |
| Range coordinates | 50°36′30″N 114°56′31″W / 50.60833°N 114.94194°W |
| Parent range | High Rock Range |
| Topo map | 82J/10 |
The Misty Range is a beautiful group of mountains in the Canadian Rockies. You can find it in Kananaskis Country, Alberta, Canada. It's a special part of the larger High Rock Range. Imagine towering peaks that sometimes have a misty look, especially in the mornings!
Discovering the Misty Range
The Misty Range is located in a stunning area called Kananaskis Country. This is a very popular place for outdoor adventures in Alberta. You can find the range just east of Highway 40, also known as the Bighorn Highway. This mountain range stretches out, showing off some incredible natural beauty.
The Tallest Mountains
The Misty Range is home to several impressive mountains. The very highest peak in this range is Mount Rae. It stands super tall, reaching 3,218 metres (about 10,558 feet) into the sky!
Here are some of the other important mountains you'll find here:
| Mountain/Peak | Metres | Feet |
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| Mount Rae | 3,218 | 10,558 |
| Mist Mountain | 3,140 | 10,302 |
| Storm Mountain | 3,095 | 10,153 |
| Mount Arethusa | 2,912 | 9,554 |
