Mount Mackenzie facts for kids
This article is about Mount McKenzie (disambiguation). For other uses, see Mount Mackenzie (disambiguation).
Quick facts for kids Mount Mackenzie |
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Mount Mackenzie viewed from Revelstoke city centre
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,461 m (8,074 ft) |
| Prominence | 431 m (1,414 ft) |
| Parent peak | Spook Peak |
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 Mount Mackenzie
Location in British Columbia
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| Parent range | Selkirk Mountains |
| Topo map | NTS 82L/16 |
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| First ascent | Unknown |
Mount Mackenzie is a tall mountain in British Columbia, Canada. It stands about 2,461 meters (8,074 feet) high. This mountain is just southeast of the city of Revelstoke, British Columbia. It is part of the Selkirk Mountains.
Mount Mackenzie is home to the Revelstoke Mountain Resort ski area. The mountain was named after Sir Alexander Mackenzie. He was the second Prime Minister of Canada. A Prime Minister is the leader of a country's government.
What's the Weather Like?
Mount Mackenzie has a subarctic climate. This means it has very cold and snowy winters. The summers are usually mild. Temperatures can drop below -20 °C (-4 °F). With wind, it can feel even colder, sometimes below -30 °C (-22 °F).
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