South Jasper Ranges facts for kids
Quick facts for kids South Jasper Ranges |
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Mount Edith Cavell and Angel Glacier
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| Highest point | |
| Peak | Mount Edith Cavell |
| Elevation | 3,363 m (11,033 ft) |
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 Location in Canada
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| Country | Canada |
| Range coordinates | 52°40′06″N 118°03′24″W / 52.66833°N 118.05667°W |
| Parent range | Canadian Rockies |
The South Jasper Ranges are a group of amazing mountain ranges located in the Rocky Mountains of Canada. You can find them in both Alberta and British Columbia.
These ranges are a special part of the Central Main Ranges of the Canadian Rockies. They sit right on the Continental Divide. This means they help decide which way rivers flow! They are also found within Jasper National Park in Alberta and Mount Robson Provincial Park in British Columbia.
The South Jasper Ranges include several important mountain groups. These include the Meadow-Clairvaux, Fraser-Rampart, and Trident Range. The most famous part is the Cavell Group of mountains. This area is also where two big rivers, the Athabasca and Fraser River, begin their long journeys.
How Big Are These Mountains?
The South Jasper Ranges cover a large area. They stretch across about 1,196 square kilometers (or 462 square miles). That's a lot of mountains!
From north to south, the ranges are about 39 kilometers long. From east to west, they are wider, measuring around 49 kilometers across. This makes them a significant part of the Canadian Rockies.
Exploring the Tallest Peaks
The South Jasper Ranges are home to many tall and impressive mountains. Here are some of the highest peaks you can find in this area:
- Mount Edith Cavell - 3,363 meters (11,033 feet)
- Simon Peak - 3,313 meters (10,869 feet)
- Throne Mountain - 3,120 meters (10,236 feet)
- Blackhorn Peak - 3,000 meters (9,843 feet)
- Chevron Mountain - 2,879 meters (9,446 feet)
- Terminal Mountain - 2,835 meters (9,301 feet)
- The Whistlers - 2,470 meters (8,104 feet)
- Tonquin Hill - 2,398 meters (7,867 feet)
