Record SL-866903 · Wikidata Q6584090
Mikkelsen Peak
No list classifications
Elevation
420
m
1,378 ft
Prominence
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Isolation
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Coordinates
67.7833° S,
66.7167° E
Grid ref
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Contour figure · generated from position
Description
WikipediaMikkelsen Peak (67°47′S 66°43′E) is, at 420 metres (1,380 ft), the highest peak of the Scullin Monolith in Mac. Robertson Land, Antarctica. In January and February 1931 several Norwegian whale catchers, exploring along this coast, made sketches of the shore from their vessels and named this mountain for Captain Klarius Mikkelsen, master of the Torlyn.
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scullin Monolith | 420 m | W 270° | 0.7 km |