Mont Lyall, Mountain summit in Gaspésie National Park, Quebec, Canada.
Mont Lyall is a summit reaching 936 meters, located in the Chic-Choc Mountains on the western shore of Lac Saint-Anne within Gaspésie National Park. The mountain features hiking trails that connect different sections and reveal various natural features along the way.
The peak was named after T. O. Lyall, a Montreal construction businessman who held mineral rights in the area during the 1920s. This connection to the region's early mining era remains visible in the landscape today.
The peak is named after a Montreal businessman who held mining rights here in the 1920s. Visitors walking the slopes can feel the connection to the mountain's past involvement in resource extraction.
The climb to the summit takes roughly 45 minutes and is best done as a group of at least three people. Visitors should plan for good footwear and dress appropriately, as the mountain has no technical infrastructure.
The peak retains substantial powder snow due to its shape and orientation, making it interesting for ski runs with around 330 meters of elevation drop. Skiers looking for off-trail descents appreciate these natural snow conditions.
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