Mount Synge, Mountain summit at Continental Divide, Alberta and British Columbia, Canada.
Description
Mount Synge is a summit located at the Continental Divide between Alberta and British Columbia, standing at approximately 2970 meters. The mountain displays layered sedimentary rock formations spanning multiple geological periods and marks a clear provincial boundary.
History
The peak was named in 1918 after a 19th-century British Army officer and author. Its first documented ascent took place in 1952 by mountaineers who reached the summit successfully.
Culture
The first documented climb of Mount Synge occurred in 1952 when Mr. and Mrs. J.D. Mendenhall successfully reached the summit of this Canadian Rockies peak.
Practical
Visitors should prepare for cold and windy conditions, especially during winter months when temperatures drop significantly. Proper equipment and careful planning are needed for any attempt at this location.
Did you know?
Mount Synge ranks as the 36th highest peak among 77 in the Waputik Mountains, featuring a key col at 362 meters to the west.
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