Kaskawulsh Glacier

The Kaskawulsh Glacier spans 78 kilometers in length through Kluane National Park, formed by the convergence of Central and North Arms glaciers.

The glacier reached its maximum size around 1750 and has experienced continuous retreat since the early twentieth century, with pronounced changes in recent decades.

First Nation communities near the glacier rely on northern lakes for fishing activities, which have been affected by water flow modifications.

Visitors can reach the glacier terminus through the Slims River West Trail, extending 32 kilometers southward to Observation Mountain.

In 2016, the glacier caused river piracy when its meltwater redirected from Slims River to Kaskawulsh River, altering the flow direction from Bering Sea to Gulf of Alaska.

Location: Yukon

GPS coordinates: 60.80474,-138.60672

Latest update: March 4, 2025 10:50