Inter Glacier

Inter Glacier is a glacier on Mount Rainier that flows down the mountain's northeastern face, positioned between two major ice masses. It feeds meltwater that eventually becomes a significant tributary in the region's river system.

This ice formation has retreated significantly over recent decades, as have most glaciers on the mountain. The changes reflect broader shifts in the alpine environment of the Cascade Range.

The glacier functions as part of Mount Rainier's main climbing route, requiring mountaineers to demonstrate advanced glacier travel techniques and safety protocols.

Access is usually as part of mountaineering routes on Mount Rainier during the warmer months of the year. Visitors should expect challenging terrain, crevasses, and rapidly changing weather conditions.

Meltwater from this ice mass directly feeds the Inter Fork of the White River, showing its direct influence on the park's water system. This connection reveals how glacial retreat alters water sources in the region.

Location: Washington

GPS coordinates: 46.87640,-121.72700

Latest update: December 14, 2025 16:44