Emmons Glacier, Glacier in the United States of America
Emmons Glacier is the largest glacier on Mount Rainier in Washington.
The glacier was named in 1870 after geologist Samuel Franklin Emmons.
Mount Rainier and its glaciers are iconic landmarks within the Pacific Northwest culture.
Climbers frequently use Emmons Glacier as it provides routes to Mount Rainier's summit.
Emmons Glacier has a significant ice volume, making it one of the most substantial glaciers in the contiguous United States.
Location: Washington
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