Cassiar Mountains
mountains, Canada
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The Cassiar Mountains are a mountain range located in northern British Columbia, Canada, just south of the Yukon border. These mountains are part of the Western Cordillera, a series of mountain belts along Canada's Pacific coast. The region is known for its rugged terrain and is a significant source of minerals, including lead, zinc, copper, and gold. The Cassiar Mountains are characterized by their high peaks and are a notable feature within the vast mountainous landscape of western Canada.1
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