Cockscomb (mountain)
Mountain in South Africa
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The Cockscomb is a high mountain in the Eastern Cape, in South Africa. It gets its name from its resemblance to a fowl's comb. It is situated in the Baviaanskloof region and the nearest town is Patensie. The Cockscomb is part of the Groot Winterhoek range. Its peak is 1,768 m (5,801 ft)[1] or 1,752 m (5,748 ft)[3] above sea level, depending on the source.
Prominence1,282 m (4,206 ft)[2]
ListingRibu
| Cockscomb | |
|---|---|
| Hanekam | |
Cockscomb peak rising out of the mist | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 1,768 m (5,801 ft)[1] |
| Prominence | 1,282 m (4,206 ft)[2] |
| Listing | Ribu |
| Coordinates | 33°34′00″S 024°46′59″E |
| Geography | |
  Cockscomb Location in South Africa | |
| Location | Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Parent range | Great Winterhoek Mountains |
