Rambler Peak facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Rambler Peak |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,092 m (6,864 ft) |
| Prominence | 647 m (2,123 ft) |
| Geography | |
| Location | Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | Elk River Mountains |
| Topo map | NTS 92F/12 |
| Climbing | |
| First ascent | 1964 R. Facer, B. McDowell, S. Todd |
Rambler Peak is a tall mountain found on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada. It stands about 23 kilometers (14 miles) east of a town called Gold River. It is also about 4 kilometers (2.5 miles) southeast of another mountain, Mount Colonel Foster.
About Rambler Peak
Rambler Peak is a special place because many rivers begin there. It acts like a giant natural divider for water. This means that the water from rain and snow on the mountain flows into different rivers. The Wolf, Elk, Ucoma Rivers, and Cervus Creek all start their journey from Rambler Peak.
How Rambler Peak Got Its Name
For many years, climbing Rambler Peak was very difficult. Many people tried, but they could not reach the top.
Finally, on July 19, 1964, three brave climbers made it to the summit. Their names were Cameron Powell, Barrie McDowell, and Steve Todd. They were all members of a group called the Island Ramblers Mountaineering Club. The mountain was named Rambler Peak to celebrate their club's success! Before this, the mountain was known by a different name, El Piveto Mountain.
