The Slate Range is a mountain range of the Canadian Rockies situated entirely within Banff National Park in the province of Alberta, Canada. The range derives its name from the prevalence of slate rock that forms much of its geology.
Geography
- Location: Central portion of the Canadian Rocky Mountains, coordinates approximately 51°29′46″ N 116°07′20″ W.
- Dimensions: Extends roughly 26 km (16 mi) in an east‑west orientation and about 13 km (8.1 mi) north‑south.
Topography
The highest summit of the Slate Range is Mount Richardson, reaching an elevation of 3,086 m (10,125 ft) with a prominence of 922 m (3,025 ft). Other notable peaks within the range include:
| Peak | Elevation (m) | Prominence (m) | Year surveyed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Richardson | 3,086 | 922 | 1909 |
| Ptarmigan Peak | 3,059 | 209 | 1909 |
| Pika Peak | 3,053 | 13 | 1909 |
| Fossil Mountain | 2,946 | 471 | 1906 |
| Redoubt Mountain | 2,902 | 570 | 1906 |
| Skoki Mountain | 2,707 | 482 | – |
| Anthozoan Mountain | 2,695 | 304 | 1911 |
| Lipalian Mountain | 2,682 | 182 | – |
| Brachiopod Mountain | 2,667 | 152 | 1911 |
| Heather Ridge | 2,636 | 213 | – |
| Whitehorn Mountain | 2,621 | 167 | 1884 |
Recreation
The southern slopes of the Slate Range host the Lake Louise Ski Resort, a major winter sports destination that provides lift‑served skiing and snowboarding facilities.
Conservation
As part of Banff National Park, the Slate Range is protected under federal park regulations, preserving its natural ecosystems, alpine habitats, and geological features.
References
- Wikipedia contributors, “Slate Range (Alberta)”, Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Retrieved via r.jina.ai archive.
This entry summarizes established encyclopedic information about the Slate Range without speculation.