Mount Smythe facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mount Smythe |
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 Mount Smythe
Location in Alberta
Mount Smythe
Location in Canada
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 3,260 m (10,700 ft) |
| Prominence | 420 m (1,380 ft) |
| Listing | Mountains of Alberta |
| Geography | |
| Location | Alberta, Canada |
| Parent range | Winston Churchill Range |
| Topo map | NTS 83C/06 |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1951 by Gil Roberts, Chuck Wilts, Ellen Wilts |
| Easiest route | rock/snow climb |
Mount Smythe is a tall mountain found in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. It stands proudly in the Winston Churchill Range. This mountain is about 2 km (1.2 mi) southwest of Gong Peak. It is also 1 km (0.62 mi) north of Mount Nelson. Mount Smythe reaches a height of 3,260 m (10,700 ft).
The mountain was named after Francis Sydney Smythe. He was a famous mountaineer from around the world. Francis Smythe climbed in the Himalayas, the Alps, and the Canadian Rockies.
Understanding Mount Smythe's Rocks
Mount Smythe is made of sedimentary rock. This type of rock forms from layers of sand, mud, and tiny bits of sea creatures. These layers were laid down over millions of years. This happened during the Precambrian to Jurassic periods. Back then, the area was covered by shallow seas.
Later, a huge event called the Laramide orogeny occurred. This was a time when powerful forces deep inside the Earth pushed the land. These forces lifted and folded the rock layers. This is how the Rocky Mountains, including Mount Smythe, were formed.
Weather and Climate Around Mount Smythe
Mount Smythe has a subarctic climate. This means it has very cold and snowy winters. The summers are usually mild. Temperatures can drop below −20 °C. With the wind chill, it can feel even colder, sometimes below −30 °C. This makes climbing in winter very challenging.
