Tower Mountain (British Columbia) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Tower Mountain
Tower Mountain Location in British Columbia
Highest point
Elevation	2,269 m (7,444 ft)
Prominence	144 m (472 ft)
Parent peak	Hermitage Peak

Tower Mountain is a tall peak located in the beautiful province of British Columbia, Canada. It stands at an impressive height of 2,269 meters (about 7,444 feet) above sea level. This mountain is part of a larger group of peaks known as the Tower of London Range.

Tower Mountain is connected to a slightly taller mountain called Hermitage Peak, which is only about 2 kilometers away. From the top of Tower Mountain, you can enjoy amazing views, including looking down at the southern end of Wokkpash Lake.

Where is Tower Mountain?

Tower Mountain is found in the northern part of British Columbia. It's part of the Tower of London Range, which is a smaller section within the much larger Muskwa Ranges. The Muskwa Ranges are a big part of the famous Canadian Rockies, a huge mountain chain that stretches across Canada and the United States.

How Did Tower Mountain Get Its Name?

Tower Mountain, along with other mountains in the area, got its name from the famous Tower of London in England. This historic tower is well-known around the world.

Other mountains nearby also have names inspired by the Tower of London. These include South Bastion Mountain, North Bastion Mountain, and The White Tower. A "bastion" is a strong part of a castle wall, just like those found at the Tower of London.

These unique names were given by a group of explorers in 1960. They were part of a small adventure called the Royal Fusiliers (City of London Regiment) Canadian Rocky Mountains Expedition. The members of this expedition belonged to a special army regiment that was based at the Tower of London itself! They wanted to honor their home and history by naming these Canadian peaks after parts of the famous tower.