Winthrop Glacier, Alpine glacier on Mount Rainier, Washington State
The Winthrop Glacier extends across the northeastern slopes of Mount Rainier, forming deep crevasses and ice formations throughout its surface.
Indigenous peoples of the Pacific Northwest utilized the glacial waters for sustenance and navigation long before European settlers arrived in the region.
The glacier serves as an educational site for researchers studying climate patterns and geological formations in the Cascade Mountain Range.
Experienced mountaineers access the glacier through established routes from White River Campground, requiring proper equipment and climbing permits.
Scientists measure the glacier's annual ice loss through benchmark studies, documenting changes in thickness and surface area since the 1950s.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 46.87610,-121.74200
Latest update: March 11, 2025 13:14
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