Mount Albert Edward (British Columbia)

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Mount Albert Edward
Highest point
Elevation 2,093 m (6,867 ft)[1]
Prominence 1,203 m (3,947 ft)[1]
Coordinates 49°40′40″N 125°25′54″W / 49.67778°N 125.43167°W / 49.67778; -125.43167Coordinates: 49°40′40″N 125°25′54″W / 49.67778°N 125.43167°W / 49.67778; -125.43167[1]
Geography
Location Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada
Topo map NTS 92F/11
Climbing
First ascent 1890 by William Ralph[1]
Easiest route Hikers route via the North East Ridge accessed from Paradise Meadows

Mount Albert Edward is the sixth highest peak on Vancouver Island and one of the most easily accessible. Located in Strathcona Provincial Park, the mountain is a popular destination both in summer for hikers and in winter for skiers and snowshoers. The mountain is named for Albert Edward, the Prince of Wales, later Edward VII[2]

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