Petersen Glacier, Glacier in Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming, US
Petersen Glacier forms part of a high-altitude cirque system at 10,000 feet elevation, contributing mineral-rich water to the surrounding landscape.
The glacier received its name from Frank Petersen, who accomplished the first recorded climb of Grand Teton mountain in 1898.
The glacier's continuous monitoring by scientists provides essential data about climate patterns and environmental changes in the Grand Teton region.
Access to Petersen Glacier requires advanced mountaineering skills and appropriate equipment due to its remote location in challenging mountain terrain.
The glacier's runoff contains fine rock particles that give the nearby Mica Lake its characteristic turquoise color throughout the seasons.
Location: Wyoming
GPS coordinates: 43.77889,-110.84722
Latest update: March 20, 2025 20:49
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