Mount Olds facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Olds |
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Mount Olds, north aspect
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,542 m (8,340 ft) |
| Prominence | 120 m (390 ft) |
| Parent peak | Mount Oleg (2587 m) |
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 Mount Olds
Location in British Columbia
Mount Olds
Location in Canada
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| Location | British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | Cayoosh Range Lillooet Ranges Coast Mountains |
| Topo map | NTS 92J7 |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1962 by R. Gilbert |
| Easiest route | Scrambling |
Mount Olds is a mountain in southwestern British Columbia, Canada. It stands 2,542-metre (8,340-foot) tall. This mountain is part of the Cayoosh Range and the Lillooet Ranges, which are larger parts of the Coast Mountains.
Mount Olds is located about 17 km (11 mi) northeast of Pemberton. It is also close to other peaks, being 2 km (1 mi) south-southeast of Mount Gardiner and 1 km (1 mi) east of Mount Oleg. Mount Oleg is actually a bit taller than Mount Olds. The name "Mount Olds" became official on June 21, 19796, thanks to the Geographical Names Board of Canada. Water from the mountain flows into streams that eventually join the Fraser River.
What is the Climate Like on Mount Olds?
Mount Olds has a subarctic climate. This means it gets very cold, especially in winter. Most of the weather that affects the mountain comes from the Pacific Ocean. These weather systems move east and hit the Coast Mountains. When they hit the mountains, the air is forced to rise. This process, called Orographic lift, makes the air cool down and drop its moisture.
Because of this, the Coast Mountains get a lot of rain and snow. In winter, there's a lot of snowfall. This snowy climate helps to support the Place Glacier, which is a large ice mass on the north side of Mount Olds. Winter temperatures can drop below −20 °C, and with the wind, it can feel even colder, below −30 °C. If you want to climb Mount Olds, the best time to go is usually from July to September. The weather is much better then.
