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 Vinson Massif
S 78° 31.449 W 085° 37.029
16C E 530710 N 1282770
Situated in the Ellsworth Mountains of Antarctica, Vinson Massif rises to an altitude of 16,067 feet (4, 897 meters).
Waymark Code: WMHY
Location: Antarctica
Date Posted: 08/25/2005
Views: 3
Vinson Massif is the highest point on the continent of Antarctica, and the seventh of the Seven Summits.
First spotted in 1957 by a US Navy Aircraft, the mountain was named for Carl Vinson, a Georgia congressman who was a key supporter of funding for Antarctic research.
If you're ever in the area, and feeling especially confident in your ability to survive sub-zero temperatures, Adventure Network International will guide your expedition.
Altitude in Feet: 16067
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