Mount Andromeda (Alberta) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Andromeda |
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Mt. Andromeda as seen from the Athabasca Glacier
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,450 m (11,320 ft) |
| Prominence | 330 m (1,080 ft) |
| Parent peak | Mount Athabasca (3491 m) |
| Listing | Mountains of Alberta |
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 Mount Andromeda
Location in Alberta
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| Location | Alberta, Canada |
| Parent range | Canadian Rockies |
| Topo map | NTS 83C/03 |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1930 by W.R. Hainsworth, J.F. Lehmann, M.M. Strumia |
| Easiest route | rock/glacier/snow climb |
Mount Andromeda is a tall and impressive mountain found in the Canadian Rockies. It stands within the huge Columbia Icefield, right on the border between two famous places: Banff National Park and Jasper National Park.
You can easily spot Mount Andromeda from the Icefields Parkway, which is a scenic highway (Highway 93). It's located about 2.3 kilometers southwest of Mount Athabasca. The mountain got its name in 1938 from Rex Gibson, who was the president of the Alpine Club of Canada. He named it after Andromeda, a princess from ancient Greek myths.
Mount Andromeda is a very popular spot for climbers. It's easy to reach from the Icefields campground.
Climbing Mount Andromeda
Mount Andromeda offers several exciting ways for climbers to reach its top. These are known as mountaineering and climbing routes.
Popular Climbing Paths
One of the most well-known and often-used paths is called the Skyladder. This route is a glacier climb, meaning climbers travel over ice and snow. It's a favorite because it's quite accessible and offers amazing views.
First Ascent of Mount Andromeda
The first time anyone successfully climbed Mount Andromeda was in 1930. A team of three climbers, W.R. Hainsworth, J.F. Lehmann, and M.M. Strumia, made this historic climb.
See also
- Monte Andrómeda para niños (Mount Andromeda for kids in Spanish)
