Mist Mountain is a mountain located alongside Highway 40 in the Canadian Rockies of Alberta, Canada. It reaches an elevation of 3140 m and is visible from Alberta Highway 40 and the Sheep River. The mountain was named in 1884 by George M. Dawson. Mist Mountain is composed of sedimentary rock that was pushed east and over the top of younger rock during the Laramide orogeny. Hot springs near its base as well as panoramic views from the peak mean it is a popular hike for locals and tourists visiting the lower Kananaskis area.

Climate

Based on the Köppen climate classification, Mist Mountain is located in a subarctic climate with cold, snowy winters, and mild summers. Temperatures can drop below −20 °C with wind chill factors below −30 °C. In terms of favorable weather, June through September are the best months to climb Mist Mountain. Precipitation runoff from the mountain drains into tributaries of the Highwood River.

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