Harrison Glacier, Alpine glacier in Glacier National Park, Montana, United States.
Harrison Glacier extends across 466 acres at an elevation of 9,000 feet on the southeast-facing ridge south of Mount Jackson.
Between 1966 and 2005, Harrison Glacier demonstrated notable resilience by losing only 9 percent of its surface area despite widespread glacial retreat.
The glacier functions as a natural laboratory for scientists studying climate patterns and glacial movements in the northern Rocky Mountains.
Visitors can reach Harrison Glacier through multiple hiking trails, including the 13.3-mile Sperry route and the 7.2-mile Gunsight Lake path.
As the largest remaining glacier in Glacier National Park, Harrison Glacier maintains its mass due to its high-altitude position above 2,700 meters.
Location: Montana
GPS coordinates: 48.59275,-113.73039
Latest update: March 4, 2025 01:22
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