Alexandra Peak
Alexandra Peak is a mountain on Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, located 36 km (22 mi) southwest of Campbell River and 8 km (5 mi) northwest of Mount Albert Edward.
| Alexandra Peak | |
|---|---|
  Alexandra Peak | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,983 m (6,506 ft)[1] |
| Prominence | 1,061 m (3,481 ft)[1] |
| Parent peak | Mount Albert Edward |
| Coordinates | 49°44′17″N 125°29′33″W[2] |
| Geography | |
| Location | Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada |
| District | Comox Land District |
| Parent range | Vancouver Island Ranges |
| Topo map | NTS 92F11 Forbidden Plateau |
Alexandra Peak is a member of the Vancouver Island Ranges which in turn form part of the Insular Mountains.[1]
Name origin
The mountain was named for Alexandra, Princess of Wales.[2]
References
- "Alexandra Peak". Bivouac.com. Retrieved 2008-06-30.
- "Alexandra Peak". BC Geographical Names. Retrieved 2009-11-13.
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