Observation Hill is a small mountain that looms over McMurdo station to the east. It’s a fairly steep, but easy climb, and gives views of the entire surrounding area, including the Long Duration Balloon launch facility on the McMurdo Ice Sheet. During my stay in McMurdo, I hiked it a few times. A few pics from the top:
The view from Observation hill into McMurdo Station, Antarctica. This is most of town, although there are a few other faciliites around the corners.
Looking north from Observation Hill, wind turbines are visible, as well as Mt. Terra Nova on the left and Mt. Terror on the right capped by a lenticular cloud.
Hanging out on the top of Observation hill, awaiting the soon-to-be-cancelled Long Duration Balloon Launch. visible in the background is Mt/. Erebus, as well as the beginning of Mt. Terra Nova.
