Opal Hills
Opal Hills is a sub-range of the Queen Elizabeth Ranges in Jasper National Park, Alberta, Canada. There is an 8.2 km (5.1 mi) hiking trail.
Opal Hills | |
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Opal Hills seen from Bald Hills | |
Highest point | |
Peak | Opal Peak |
Elevation | 2,840 m (9,320 ft) |
Coordinates | 52°45′18″N 117°35′51″W |
Geography | |
Country | Canada |
Province | Alberta |
Parent range | Queen Elizabeth Ranges Canadian Rockies |
Climate
Based on the Köppen climate classification, the Opal Hills are located in a subarctic climate with cold, snowy winters, and mild summers.[1] Temperatures can drop below -20 °C with wind chill factors below -30 °C.
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