Eel Glacier, Glacier in Olympic National Park, Washington, US
Eel Glacier flows northward from Mount Anderson, descending from 6,600 feet to 5,200 feet at its terminus and spanning 1.05 miles in length.
The glacier received its name in 1920 by reversing the surname of mountaineer Fairman B. Lee, who participated in the first Mount Anderson summit expedition.
Scientists regularly monitor Eel Glacier to study climate patterns, contributing valuable data to environmental research programs in Olympic National Park.
Visitors need specialized mountain equipment and advanced climbing skills to access the glacier, which requires navigation through steep terrain in Jefferson County.
Between 1990 and 2009, the glacier separated from its eastern and western flow sources, indicating substantial changes in its physical structure.
Location: Washington
GPS coordinates: 47.72690,-123.33900
Latest update: March 5, 2025 06:33
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