Deltaform Mountain

Deltaform Mountain is a peak at the Continental Divide between Alberta and British Columbia. The summit rises above 3400 meters and sits in alpine terrain between two major national parks, where steep rock faces and high ridges shape the landscape.

The peak was named in 1897 by Walter Wilcox, replacing its earlier name Saknowa from Samuel Allen. This change occurred during a period of active geographic exploration and mapping of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

The peak forms part of the Valley of the Ten Peaks, a natural formation that represents the geological heritage of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

The best time to reach the summit is mid to late summer, when snow and ice present fewer obstacles. Climbers should prepare for technical terrain and rapidly changing weather that can bring surprising conditions at any moment.

The mountain contains sedimentary rock formations from the Precambrian to Jurassic periods, pushed over newer rocks during the Laramide mountain-building event.

Location: Alberta

Location: British Columbia

Elevation above the sea: 3,424 m

GPS coordinates: 51.30139,-116.24551

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:03