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Record SL-673784 · Wikidata Q6924590

Mount Wilcox

Wilcox Peak
No list classifications
Elevation
2,884 m
9,462 ft
Prominence
509 m
Isolation
Coordinates
52.2449° N, 117.2412° W
Grid ref
Mount Wilcox
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Description

Wikipedia

Mount Wilcox (also known as Wilcox Peak) is a 2,884-metre (9,462-foot) mountain summit located in the Canadian Rockies of Alberta, Canada. It is located in Jasper National Park right beside the Columbia Icefield visitor centre with the Icefields Parkway traversing the western base of the mountain. Its nearest higher peak is Nigel Peak, 3.35 km (2.08 mi) to the northeast. Mount Wilcox is a moderate scramble from Wilcox Pass. Due to its location, it provides one of the best views of the Athabasca Glacier.

First ascent

Date
1896
Source · wikipedia

Best months

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Neighbouring summits

Name Elevation Bearing Distance
Mount K2 3,090 m SW 232° 4.2 km
Nigel Peak 3,211 m E 97° 4.8 km
Snow Dome E2.7 2,672 m S 197° 4.9 km