Mount Gardiner (British Columbia) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Gardiner |
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Mount Gardiner, eastern aspect
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,406 m (7,894 ft) |
| Prominence | 176 m (577 ft) |
| Parent peak | Mount Oleg (2587 m) |
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 Mount Gardiner
Location in British Columbia
Mount Gardiner
Location in Canada
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| Location | British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | Cayoosh Range Lillooet Ranges Coast Mountains |
| Topo map | NTS 92J7 |
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| Easiest route | Scrambling |
Mount Gardiner is a tall mountain peak in British Columbia, Canada. It stands at 2,406 meters (7,894 feet) high. This impressive mountain is part of the Cayoosh Range and the Lillooet Ranges. These ranges are found in the larger Coast Mountains of southwestern British Columbia.
Mount Gardiner is located about 17 kilometers (11 miles) northeast of a town called Pemberton. It sits right next to the Place Glacier and is not far from Mount Oleg, which is a slightly taller peak. The mountain was named after William and Henry Gardiner. They were early settlers who had farms in the Pemberton Meadows area. The name was officially recognized on June 11, 1979. Water from the mountain flows into streams that eventually reach the Fraser River.
Climate Around Mount Gardiner
The area around Mount Gardiner has a subarctic climate. This means it has long, cold winters and short, cool summers. Most of the weather in this region comes from the Pacific Ocean. These weather systems move east towards the Coast Mountains.
When the air hits the mountains, it is forced to rise. This process is called Orographic lift. As the air goes higher, it cools down and drops its moisture. This causes a lot of rain or snow, especially in winter. Temperatures can get very cold, sometimes dropping below -20 °C (-4 °F). With wind, it can feel even colder, below -30 °C (-22 °F). The best time to climb Mount Gardiner is usually from July to September. During these months, the weather is more favorable for outdoor activities.
Climbing Mount Gardiner
For those who enjoy climbing, Mount Gardiner offers a few routes to reach its summit. These routes are ways that climbers can safely make their way up the mountain.
- South Ridge
- Northeast Ridge - This route is rated as a class 3. This rating means it's a challenging climb that often requires ropes and special climbing gear.
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