Saddle Peak (Antarctica)
| Saddle Peak | |
|---|---|
  Saddle Peak Location in Antarctica | |
| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 960 metres (3,150 ft) |
| Coordinates | 70°40′S 164°40′E / 70.667°S 164.667°ECoordinates: 70°40′S 164°40′E / 70.667°S 164.667°E |
| Geography | |
| Location | Antarctica |
Saddle Peak is a set of twin peaks with a distinct saddle between them, located 3 miles (4.8 km) northwest of Mount Kostka in western Anare Mountains. It was given this descriptive name by ANARE (Australian National Antarctic Research Expeditions) (Thala Dan), which explored this area, in 1962.
This article incorporates public domain material from the United States Geological Survey document "Saddle Peak (Antarctica)" (content from the Geographic Names Information System).
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