Mount Bryce facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Bryce |
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North face of Mt. Bryce seen from Columbia Icefield
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,507 m (11,506 ft) |
| Prominence | 707 m (2,320 ft) |
| Listing | Mountains of British Columbia |
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 Mount Bryce
Location in British Columbia
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| Parent range | Canadian Rockies |
| Topo map | NTS 83C/03 |
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| First ascent | 1902 by James Outram and Christian Kaufmann |
| Easiest route | rock/snow/glacier climb |
Mount Bryce is a huge mountain located in British Columbia, Canada. It sits at the edge of the famous Columbia Icefield. This impressive peak is also very close to the border with Alberta. You can often spot Mount Bryce if you are driving along the beautiful Icefields Parkway.
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What is Mount Bryce?
Mount Bryce is part of the amazing Canadian Rockies mountain range. It stands tall at 3,507 meters (about 11,506 feet) high. This makes it one of the tallest mountains in British Columbia. In fact, it is the fifteenth-highest peak in the whole province!
Where is Mount Bryce Located?
This mountain is found in the southwestern part of the Columbia Icefield. To its north, Mount Bryce is connected by rocky ridges to the vast icefield. The Columbia Icefield is a huge area of ice and snow.
How Did Mount Bryce Get Its Name?
The mountain was given its name in 1898. A person named J. Norman Collie decided to name it after James Bryce. At that time, James Bryce was a very important person. He was the President of the Alpine Club in London. This club is for people who love to climb mountains.
Climbing Mount Bryce
Climbing Mount Bryce is quite a challenge! Not many people try to climb it. This is mainly because it is very hard to get to the mountain. The paths are difficult and remote.
Accessing the Mountain
For a long time, reaching Mount Bryce was very tough. However, things are slowly changing. Some new logging roads have been built nearby. These roads are starting to make it a bit easier for climbers to get closer to the mountain. Even with these roads, it remains a difficult climb.
