Mount Paget

Mount Paget is the highest peak in the Allardyce Range, rising 2,935 meters above sea level. The summit dominates South Georgia's landscape with snow-covered slopes and exposed rock faces.

The west peak was first summited in December 1960 by a Royal Navy team that landed by helicopter from HMS Protector. This early exploration established the mountain in British mountaineering history.

The mountain holds significance for British mountaineering as it surpasses Ben Nevis, the highest peak in Great Britain, by more than double its height.

Visitors need advanced climbing skills and specialized gear to handle the steep, snow-covered slopes. Extreme weather conditions at altitude demand careful planning and physical preparation.

The peak ranks 23rd globally for topographic isolation, making it one of the most independent mountains worldwide. This distinction makes it notable for climbers seeking truly isolated summits.

GPS coordinates: -54.44978,-36.52527

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:42