Keele Peak
Mountain in Yukon, Canada
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Keele Peak, in Yukon, Canada is the highest peak in the Mackenzie Mountains at 2,952 metres (9,685 ft). With a prominence measure of 2,157 m (7,077 ft) it is one of Canada's most prominent peaks. It is located about 25 km from the Canol Road not far from the Northwest Territories border.
Prominence2,157 m (7,077 ft)[1]
| Keele Peak | |
|---|---|
Keele Peak, 2005 | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 2,952 m (9,685 ft)[1] |
| Prominence | 2,157 m (7,077 ft)[1] |
| Listing | |
| Coordinates | 63°25′52″N 130°19′25″W[2] |
| Geography | |
| Country | Canada |
| Territory | Yukon |
| Parent range | Mackenzie Mountains |
| Topo map | NTS 105O8 Keele Peak[2] |
The peak was named for Joseph Keele, an explorer and geologist who had moved to Canada from his native Ireland.[1]