Mount Peck facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Mount Peck
Mount Peck Location in British Columbia
Highest point
Elevation	2,807 m (9,209 ft)
Prominence	582 m (1,909 ft)
Geography
Location	British Columbia, Canada
Parent range	Tower of London Range

Mount Peck is a tall mountain located in British Columbia, Canada. It's part of the Tower of London Range, which is a section of the huge Northern Canadian Rockies. This mountain is special because of its interesting history, especially how it got its name!

What's in a Name?

From Stalin to Peck

For many years, until 1987, this mountain was known as Mount Stalin. But its name was changed to Mount Peck to honor Don Peck. Don Peck was a local person who worked as a trapper, guide, and outfitter in the area.

Why the Name Change Happened

The change from Mount Stalin to Mount Peck was supported by a group called the Ukrainian Canadian Civil Liberties Association. Two people, Dr. Lubomyr Luciuk and Dr. Bohdan Kordan, helped make this change happen. The original name, Mount Stalin, was linked to a historical leader named Joseph Stalin. He was the leader of the Soviet Union for a long time. Many places named after him were later renamed because of the difficult history associated with his rule. This process of changing names is sometimes called "De-Stalinization." Changing the mountain's name was a way to recognize a local hero instead.

About Mount Peck

Where is Mount Peck?

Mount Peck is found in the Muskwa Ranges, which are part of the Northern Canadian Rockies. It's located in the province of British Columbia, Canada.

How Tall is Mount Peck?

Mount Peck stands at an elevation of 2,807 meters (about 9,209 feet) above sea level. It has a "prominence" of 582 meters. Prominence means how much a mountain sticks up from the land around it. It's a way to measure how impressive a peak looks. Another mountain, Constable Peak, is about 11 kilometers away and is considered its "line parent." This means Constable Peak is the closest higher mountain.