Snow Dome, Mountain summit in Jasper National Park, Canada
Description
Snow Dome is a mountain summit in Jasper National Park's Columbia Icefield region, rising to 3,456 meters above sea level. The peak sits within a landscape of glaciers and permanent snow fields that dominate the surrounding terrain.
History
The peak was named in 1898 when mountaineers J. Norman Collie, Hugh Stutfield, and Herman Woolley reached the summit in the first recorded ascent. This early expedition established the mountain as a known destination for future climbers exploring the area.
Culture
The mountain serves as an educational site where visitors learn about watershed systems and geological formations in the Canadian Rockies.
Practical
Access to the summit requires a National Park Pass, and climbing is typically possible between March and September using established routes. Visitors should prepare for high-altitude and alpine conditions when planning an attempt.
Did you know?
The peak sits at a triple divide where water flows toward three oceans: the Pacific, Arctic, and Atlantic through Hudson Bay. This rare geographic feature makes the location remarkable for understanding continental watershed patterns.
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