Monarch Mountain

Monarch Mountain is a summit in the Pacific Ranges of British Columbia that reaches about 3,555 meters in elevation and features extensive glacial formations. The surrounding landscape is shaped by ice and snow, displaying the characteristic alpine terrain of this mountain region.

The first recorded ascent took place in July 1936 when mountaineers Henry Snow Hall Jr and Hans Fuhrer reached the summit. This marked the beginning of the climbing history documented for this peak.

The mountain and surrounding lands hold deep connections to Indigenous communities whose presence in this region spans many generations.

Climbers need advanced mountaineering skills, proper equipment, and must monitor weather conditions carefully since conditions can change rapidly. Thorough preparation and planning are essential to handle the extreme elevation and alpine conditions.

The mountain sits directly beside the Monarch Icefield, one of the northernmost major ice formations within the Pacific Ranges. This adjacent ice field is a striking geographic feature that reveals the extreme cold and glacial landscape of the region.

Location: British Columbia

Elevation above the sea: 3,555 m

GPS coordinates: 51.90042,-125.87808

Latest update: December 10, 2025 15:49