Mount Silverthrone, Mountain summit in British Columbia, Canada.
Description
Mount Silverthrone is a mountain summit in the Coast Mountains of British Columbia rising to 2865 meters (9400 feet). The peak sits at the northeast edge of the Silverthrone Caldera and is composed of rhyolite rock.
History
The summit was first reached in 1936 when mountaineers Don Munday, Phyllis Munday, Henry Hall, and Hans Fuhrer completed the ascent. This early expedition marked an important milestone in exploring the remote reaches of the Coast Mountains.
Culture
The mountain forms part of the Pacific Ranges, attracting mountaineers and scientists who study its extensive glaciation and geological characteristics.
Practical
Reaching the summit requires air transport to Tatla Lake followed by additional flights to the Ha-Iltzuk Icefield or hiking routes from logging camps. Visitors should expect extreme mountain conditions, glacier crossings, and lengthy access times.
Did you know?
The peak is primarily composed of rhyolite and sits within a massive caldera system alongside one of Earth's largest granite outcroppings. This geological setting makes the location of interest to scientists studying volcanic formation and rock composition in remote mountain regions.
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