Keele Peak, in Yukon, Canada is the highest peak in the Mackenzie Mountains at 2,972 metres (9,751 ft). With a prominence measure of 2,177 m (7,142 ft) it is one of Canada's most prominent peaks. It is located about 25 km from the Canol Road not far from the Northwest Territories border.
Keele Peak | |
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Highest point | |
Elevation | 2,972 m (9,751 ft)[1] |
Prominence | 2,177 m (7,142 ft)[1] |
Listing | |
Coordinates | 63°25′53″N 130°19′26″W / 63.43139°N 130.32389°W[2] |
Geography | |
Location | Yukon, Canada |
Parent range | Mackenzie Mountains |
Topo map | NTS 105O8 Keele Peak |
The peak was named for Joseph Keele, an explorer and geologist who had moved to Canada from his native Ireland.[1]
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References edit
- ^ a b c "Keele Peak". Bivouac.com.
- ^ "Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut Ultra-Prominences". Peaklist.org. Retrieved 2012-12-30.
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