Pyramid Mountain (Alberta)

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Pyramid Mountain

West face
Elevation 2,766 metres (9,075 feet)
Location Alberta, Canada
Range Victoria Cross Ranges
Coordinates 52°57′10″N, 118°08′50″W
Topo map NTS 83D/16
First ascent George Kinney, guided by Conrad Kain
Easiest route Scramble

Pyramid Mountain is a peak in Jasper National Park, Canada named for its pyramid-like shape. James Hector named the mountain in 1859 due to its appearance from the Athabasca River valley on the eastern side of the peak.

The mountain is a relatively easy scramble on the eastern slopes. These slopes can be reached by following a steep fire road from the parking lot at Pyramid Lake.

Pyramid Mountain from Pyramid Lake, July 2005
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Pyramid Mountain from Pyramid Lake, July 2005


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