Mount Quincy Adams

Mount Quincy Adams rises to an elevation of 4,150 meters within the Fairweather Range, marking the border between British Columbia and Alaska.

The International Boundary Commission established jurisdiction over Mount Quincy Adams in 1907, designating it as Boundary Peak 163 along the Canada-US border.

The mountain bears the name of John Quincy Adams, the sixth president of the United States, reflecting North American geographical naming traditions.

Climbers accessing Mount Quincy Adams require permits from both Glacier Bay National Park and Tatshenshini-Alsek Provincial Park due to its cross-border location.

This peak stands as British Columbia's second-highest mountain, featuring distinct weather patterns with temperatures ranging from -15°C to -6°C during winter months.

Location: British Columbia

Elevation above the sea: 4,150 m

Operator: International Boundary Commission

GPS coordinates: 58.90835,-137.45173

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:09