Opal Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Opal Peak |
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Opal Peak seen from Bald Hills
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,840 m (9,320 ft) |
| Prominence | 385 m (1,263 ft) |
| Listing | Mountains of Alberta |
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 Opal Peak
Location in Alberta
Opal Peak
Location in Canada
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| Location | Jasper National Park Alberta, Canada |
| Parent range | Queen Elizabeth Ranges Canadian Rockies |
| Topo map | NTS 83C/13 |
| Type of rock | Sedimentary rock |
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| Easiest route | trail and scrambling |
Opal Peak is a tall mountain in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. It stands about 2,840 meters (9,318 feet) high. This mountain is found northeast of Maligne Lake, a famous lake in the park.
Opal Peak is part of the Canadian Rockies, a huge mountain range. It is located in an area called the Opal Hills, near Opal Lake. Another peak, Leah Peak, is about 5.44 kilometers (3.38 miles) away to the southeast.
Understanding Opal Peak's Climate
Opal Peak has a subarctic climate. This means it has very cold and snowy winters. Temperatures can drop below -20 degrees Celsius (-4 degrees Fahrenheit). With wind, it can feel even colder, sometimes below -30 degrees Celsius (-22 degrees Fahrenheit).
The summers are usually mild. When snow melts or rain falls on Opal Peak, the water flows into the Maligne River. This river then joins the larger Athabasca River.
