Unnecessary Mountain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Unnecessary Mountain |
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 Unnecessary Mountain
Location in British Columbia
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,548 m (5,079 ft) |
| Prominence | 123 m (404 ft) |
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| Location | British Columbia, Canada |
| Parent range | North Shore Mountains |
| Topo map | NTS 92G/06 |
Unnecessary Mountain, also known as Mount Unnecessary, is a mountain peak. It is part of the North Shore Mountains in British Columbia, Canada. This mountain is located close to the city of Vancouver. Many people enjoy hiking here.
You can reach Unnecessary Mountain by following the Howe Sound Crest Trail. There is also a direct path from Lions Bay.
Why is it called Unnecessary Mountain?
The mountain got its name because of its location. To reach the famous peaks called The Lions, hikers often have to climb over Unnecessary Mountain first. This climb was seen as an "unnecessary" extra effort to get to the main destination.
Another Unnecessary Mountain
Did you know there is another mountain with the same name? A second peak called Unnecessary Mountain is in Alberta, Canada. It is found northwest of the town of Pincher Creek.
See also
In Spanish: Montaña Unnecessary para niños
