Mount Macbeth (Purcells) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Macbeth |
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Mount Macbeth, east aspect
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,059 m (10,036 ft) |
| Prominence | 415 m (1,362 ft) |
| Parent peak | Eyebrow Peak (3362 m) |
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 Mount Macbeth
Location in British Columbia
Mount Macbeth
Location in Canada
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| Location | British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | Purcell Mountains |
| Topo map | NTS 82K/7 |
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| First ascent | 1960 A. Maki, R.C. West |
Mount Macbeth is a tall mountain peak in the Purcell Mountains of British Columbia, Canada. It stands at 3,059-metre (10,036-foot) high. This makes it one of the impressive peaks in the region.
The mountain is located about 52 km (32 mi) north of a town called Kaslo. Its closest taller neighbor is Truce Mountain, which is about 10.94 km (6.80 mi) away to the south-southeast.
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Exploring Mount Macbeth
First Climb to the Top
The very first time someone successfully climbed to the summit of Mount Macbeth was in 1960. Two climbers, A. Maki and Robert C. West, made this historic first ascent. They reached the top by climbing the mountain's north face.
How Mount Macbeth Got Its Name
Mount Macbeth was named after a famous character from a play. The peak gets its name from Macbeth, a well-known play written by William Shakespeare. This name fits in with other nearby places. Many features around the Macbeth Icefield also have names from Shakespeare's play. These include Mount Lady Macbeth, Mount Macduff, Mount Fleance, and Mount Banquo.
Robert West, one of the first climbers, suggested the name in December 1960. He was leading a group of mountaineers exploring the area at the time. The name "Mount Macbeth" was officially accepted on July 17, 1962. This was done by the Geographical Names Board of Canada.
Mountain Climate and Water
Understanding the Weather
Mount Macbeth is located in a subarctic climate zone. This means the area has very cold and snowy winters. The summers, however, are usually mild. Temperatures can often drop below −20 °C. With the wind chill, it can feel even colder, sometimes below −30 °C.
Water Flow from the Mountain
The water from Mount Macbeth comes from two main sources. One is precipitation runoff, which is rain or melted snow flowing over the ground. The other source is meltwater from the glaciers around the mountain. This water flows into smaller streams that eventually join the Duncan River.
