Chetamon Mountain

Chetamon Mountain is a summit in the De Smet Range of the Canadian Rockies, rising to 2606 meters and overlooking the Athabasca Valley. From the peak, hikers see broad views across the surrounding slopes and the valley below.

The mountain was named in 1916 by Morrison P. Bridgland, a surveyor who mapped and labeled numerous peaks throughout Jasper National Park during his expeditions. This naming was part of the systematic effort to map the mountain landscapes of the region.

The name comes from the Stoney language and refers to a squirrel, inspired by two distinctive rock formations on the ridge that resemble this animal. This naming reflects how the landscape connects to observations made by the region's original inhabitants.

The best climbing season runs from June through September when weather conditions are most stable. The route starts at a small pull-out past Snaring Campground and follows old logging roads as it ascends.

The peak sits at a watershed dividing point where rainfall flows into the Athabasca River through multiple creeks and streams. This network of waterways shapes the landscape and connects the mountain to the larger river system of the region.

Location: Alberta

Elevation above the sea: 2,606 m

GPS coordinates: 53.05190,-118.19940

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:40