[3] Set on the boundary line of Kluane National Park, Archibald can be seen from the Alaska Highway, weather permitting.

The mountain was named after Edgar Archibald (1885-1968), a Canadian agricultural scientist.

[2] On a clear day, the summit offers views deep into Kluane National Park of giants such as Mt.

Based on the Köppen climate classification, Mount Archibald is located in a subarctic climate zone with long, cold, snowy winters, and mild summers.

Precipitation runoff from the peak and meltwater from its surrounding glaciers drains into tributaries of the Alsek River.