Mount Farnham, Mountain summit in British Columbia, Canada.
Mount Farnham is a mountain peak in the Purcell Mountains, part of the Columbia Mountain Range in British Columbia. It reaches approximately 3500 meters and dominates the alpine landscape of this remote mountain region.
The peak was first climbed in 1914 by A.H. MacCarthy, E.L. MacCarthy, and Conrad Kain. This early ascent marked the first documented summit of the mountain.
The mountain received its name from Paulding Farnham of New York, following the tradition of naming geographical features after significant regional figures.
Technical climbing skills are required to reach this summit, with July and August offering the best conditions for mountaineering expeditions. The route demands alpine climbing experience and careful planning before setting out.
The summit stands in significant isolation, separated from nearby higher peaks by considerable distance. Its prominence relative to surrounding mountains makes it a distinctive target for mountaineers.
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