Mount Morkill facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Morkill |
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 Mount Morkill
Location in Alberta
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,267 m (7,438 ft) |
| Prominence | 337 m (1,106 ft) |
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| Location | Alberta British Columbia |
| Topo map | NTS 83E/12 |
Mount Morkill is a mountain located in Canada. It sits right on the border between two Canadian provinces: Alberta and British Columbia. This makes it a special landmark!
Mount Morkill is found near a town called McBride in British Columbia. It's part of the larger Canadian Rockies mountain range, which is famous for its stunning views.
About Mount Morkill
Mount Morkill stands tall at an elevation of 2,267 meters (about 7,438 feet) above sea level. It's not the highest peak in the Rockies, but it's still an impressive sight.
The Gazetted Peak
Just southwest of the main Mount Morkill peak, there's a smaller peak. This subpeak is called The Gazetted Peak. It reaches an elevation of 2,185 meters (about 7,169 feet).
How Mount Morkill Got Its Name
Mount Morkill was officially named in 1965. It was named after a person named D.B. Morkill. He was a land surveyor in British Columbia. Land surveyors are people who measure and map out land.
