Record SL-673208 · Wikidata Q22625448
Windtower
No list classifications
Elevation
2,688
m
8,819 ft
Prominence
175 m
Isolation
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Coordinates
50.9886° N,
115.2911° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaWindtower is a 2,695-metre (8,842-foot) tower-like summit located in the Wind Valley of Kananaskis Country in the Canadian Rockies of Alberta, Canada. Its nearest higher peak is Mount Lougheed, 3.0 km (1.9 mi) to the southeast. Windtower is a conspicuous landmark that can be seen from Highway 1, the Trans-Canada Highway in the Canmore area. Although not of remarkable elevation, the mountain has an imposing, overhanging north face with an appearance similar to peaks in The Bugaboos.
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rimwall | 2,700 m | NW 302° | 2.1 km |
| Little Lougheed | 2,483 m | S 180° | 3.0 km |
| The Orphan | 2,614 m | NW 308° | 3.2 km |
| Mount Lougheed | 3,107 m | SE 142° | 3.3 km |
| Wind Ridge | 2,179 m | N 359° | 3.5 km |
| Rimwall W2 | 2,620 m | NW 296° | 3.8 km |