– Lat/Long: 78.58° S 85.42° W

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Vinson Massif

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  • Elevation: 4897 m
  • Difficulty: Major Mountain Expedition
  • Best months to climb: December, January, Febuary
  • Convenient center: Two permanent research stations on Ross Island
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7. Mount Tyree (4852 m) 23.2 km
8. Mount Farrell (Antarctica) (2600 m) 27.2 km
9. Mount Anderson (Antarctica) (4144 m) 51.5 km
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