Record SL-674191 · Wikidata Q22581837
Bow Peak
No list classifications
Elevation
2,875
m
9,432 ft
Prominence
493 m
Isolation
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Coordinates
51.6261° N,
116.3784° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaBow Peak is a 2,840-metre (9,320-foot) mountain summit located in the Bow River valley of Banff National Park, in the Canadian Rockies of Alberta, Canada. Its nearest higher peak is Crowfoot Mountain, 2.11 km (1.31 mi) to the east. Bow Peak is situated north of Hector Lake, southeast of Bow Lake, and can be seen from the Icefields Parkway. Although not of remarkable elevation, the mountain is a conspicuous landmark and visible from as far away as the Lake Louise area. Its position in the Waputik Mountains provides magnificent views from the summit.
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bowcrow Peak | 2,957 m | W 273° | 2.4 km |
| Crowfoot Mountain | 3,050 m | W 268° | 3.8 km |
| Dolomite Shoulder | 2,710 m | NE 23° | 4.4 km |