Mount Goodall facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Goodall |
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 Mount Goodall
Location in British Columbia
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,930 m (9,610 ft) |
| Listing | Mountains of British Columbia |
| Geography | |
| Location | British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | Cariboo Mountains |
| Topo map | 093A090 or PS-WG3 (north half) |
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| Mountain type | Pyramidal peak |
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| First ascent | August 21, 2006 |
| Easiest route | Via Turquoise Pass |
Mount Goodall is a tall mountain located in east-central British Columbia, Canada. It stands near the beginning of the Clearwater River. This impressive peak is part of the Cariboo Mountains, which are a section of the larger Columbia Mountains. Mount Goodall is the second highest mountain in Wells Gray Provincial Park. It reaches an elevation of 2,930 m (9,613 ft). The mountain is quite long, with eleven different summits. It stretches for almost 8 km (5.0 mi) from its northwest to its southeast end.
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Exploring Mount Goodall
Who First Climbed It?
The first time anyone successfully climbed Mount Goodall was on August 26, 2006. A group of climbers from the Alpine Club of Canada made this historic ascent. The team included Roger Wallis, Don Chiasson, and Jim Lundy. They were the first to reach the very top of this challenging mountain.
How Tall Is It?
When the first climbers reached the summit, they also helped measure its height. They found that Mount Goodall is only 16 m (52 ft) shorter than the highest mountain in Wells Gray Park. That highest peak does not even have a name yet! As of 2015, only four of Mount Goodall's eleven summits have been climbed. This means there are still many parts of the mountain waiting to be explored.
Why the Name "Goodall"?
Mount Goodall was given its name in 1966. It was named to honor a brave Canadian soldier named Walter Henry Goodall. He was a Trooper in the Canadian Army. Trooper Goodall was from a place called Macalister, near Quesnel. He was serving with the Governor General's Horse Guards during World War II. Sadly, he was killed in action on January 4, 1945, when he was only 24 years old.
Other Nearby Peaks
At the same time Mount Goodall was named, five other mountains nearby also received names. These peaks were also named after Canadian soldiers from the Quesnel area. These soldiers had also lost their lives during World War II. The other mountains are Mount Pierrway, Mount Winder, Mount Beaman, Mount Hogg, and Mount Aves. Naming these mountains helps remember the soldiers' bravery and sacrifice.
