Ad Astra Ice Cap

The Ad Astra Ice Cap reaches an elevation of 1291 meters above sea level and extends across the remote terrain of the Conger Range near Tanquary Fiord.

Scientists discovered fossilized wood remains in a valley at the base of the ice cap, providing evidence of different climate conditions in earlier geological periods.

The ice cap sits within Nunavut territory, where Inuit communities maintain traditional relationships with the Arctic landscape through generations of knowledge and practices.

Visitors need specialized Arctic equipment, extensive cold weather preparation, and professional guidance to safely navigate the extreme conditions of this remote glacial formation.

The Latin phrase Ad Astra, meaning 'to the stars,' names this ice formation at coordinates 81.60213°N and 76.24597°W in the Canadian Arctic wilderness.

Location: Nunavut

Elevation above the sea: 1,291 m

GPS coordinates: 81.60213,-76.24597

Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:31