Innuitian Mountains, Quttinirpaaq National Park
Facts and practical information
The Innuitian Mountains are a mountain range in Nunavut and the Northwest Territories, Canada. They are part of the Arctic Cordillera and are largely unexplored, due to the hostile climate. They are named after the northern indigenous people, the Inuit. In some locations the Innuitian Mountains measure over 2,500 m in height, and 1,290 km in length. The highest point is Barbeau Peak on Ellesmere Island at 2,616 m. There are no trees and minimal wildlife in the Innuitian Mountains due to the harsh cold climate as well as being located north of the Arctic tree line. This region is mostly barren with vast areas of permafrost. There are metallic mineral resources including iron and zinc and fossil fuel resources such as coal. ()
Quttinirpaaq National Park
Innuitian Mountains – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Arctic Cordillera, Barbeau Peak.