Mount Fox (Canada) facts for kids
For the peak located in the Selkirk Mountains, see Mount Fox (British Columbia).
Quick facts for kids Mount Fox |
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Mount Fox (centered) from the north
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,973 m (9,754 ft) |
| Prominence | 228 m (748 ft) |
| Parent peak | Mount Foch (3194 m) |
| Geography | |
 Mount Fox
Location in Alberta
Mount Fox
Location in British Columbia
Mount Fox
Location in Canada
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| Country | Canada |
| Parent range | Canadian Rockies |
| Topo map | NTS 82J/11 |
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| First ascent | 1916 Interprovincial Boundary Commission |
| Easiest route | Scrambling Routes |
Mount Fox is a tall mountain in Canada. It stands 2,973 meters (9,754 feet) high. This mountain is special because it sits right on the border between Alberta and British Columbia. It's also part of the Canadian Rockies mountain range. Mount Fox is located on the Continental Divide. This is like a giant line that separates which way water flows across North America. The mountain was named in 1859 by John Palliser. He named it after Sir Charles Fox. Sir Charles Fox was an important member of the Royal Geographical Society.
Understanding Mount Fox's Rocks
Mount Fox is made of sedimentary rock. This type of rock forms from layers of sand, mud, and tiny bits of plants and animals. These layers build up over millions of years. The rocks in Mount Fox were formed a very long time ago. This happened during the Precambrian to Jurassic periods. Back then, the area was covered by shallow seas.
Later, a huge event called the Laramide orogeny occurred. This was a time when Earth's plates crashed together. This powerful force pushed the sedimentary rock layers. They were lifted up and folded, forming the mountains we see today.
Weather Around Mount Fox
Mount Fox has a subarctic climate. This means it has very cold and snowy winters. The summers are usually mild. Temperatures can drop below −20 degrees Celsius (–4 degrees Fahrenheit). With the wind chill, it can feel even colder, sometimes below −30 degrees Celsius (–22 degrees Fahrenheit).
If you want to visit or climb Mount Fox, the best time is from June through September. During these months, the weather is usually more pleasant.
