Mount Asgard facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mount Asgard
Mount Asgard in July 2001
Highest point
Elevation	2,015 m (6,611 ft)
Geography
Location	Nunavut, Canada
Parent range	Baffin Mountains
Topo map	NTS 026I/11
Geology
Mountain type	granite
Climbing
First ascent	1953 by J. Weber, J. Marmet, H. Röthlisberger
Easiest route	technical rock climb (Grade IV, YDS 5.8/5.9, A1)

Mount Asgard is a famous mountain located in Nunavut, Canada. You can find it on Baffin Island, which is a large island in the Arctic. This mountain is special because it has two flat-topped peaks that look like circles. These two peaks are joined together by a narrow rock ridge. Mount Asgard is part of the Baffin Mountains range. It's made of a strong rock called granite. The mountain gets its name from Asgard, which in Norse mythology is believed to be the home of the gods.

Climbing Mount Asgard

Mount Asgard is a very challenging mountain to climb. It stands 2,015 meters (6,611 feet) tall. Its steep, rocky sides make it a popular spot for experienced climbers.

First Climbs

The northern peak of Mount Asgard was first climbed in 1953. A team of Swiss scientists made this first ascent. Their names were J. Weber, J. Marmet, and H. Röthlisberger. They were part of a big expedition to Baffin Island. A Canadian named P. Baird led this expedition.

The southern peak was climbed much later, in 1971. A different group of climbers reached its top. This team included G. Lee, R. Wood, P. Clanky, J. Pavur, Y. Kamisawa, and P. Koch.

Climbing Routes

Since these first climbs, many more routes have been found up the mountain. Today, there are over 13 different ways to climb Mount Asgard. Most of these routes are very difficult. Climbers often use special techniques like free climbing and aid climbing. Free climbing means using only your hands and feet to move up. Aid climbing involves using tools like ropes and ladders to help you ascend.

Images for kids

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  Mount Asgard from the Turner Glacier

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  Mount Asgard aerial view