Karpinsky Glacier

Karpinsky Glacier is a massive ice cap located on October Revolution Island in the Severnaya Zemlya archipelago of northern Russia. The ice formation occupies a substantial area across the island and rises to significant elevation above the surrounding landscape.

The glacier was named after Alexander Petrovich Karpinsky, a Russian geologist who made important scientific contributions to Arctic exploration. His work in polar regions established a foundation for understanding these remote ice formations.

Scientists from international research stations regularly monitor this glacier to understand the effects of temperature changes on Arctic ice formations.

Reaching this location requires specialized equipment and official permits due to its remote position in the Russian Arctic. Visitors should plan carefully as travel is restricted to specific seasons and conditions.

The glacier feeds meltwater into fjords including Marat Fjord while connecting to larger fjord systems in the region. These waterways shape the landscape and form important geographic features of the island.

Location: Krasnoyarsk Krai

Elevation above the sea: 963 m

GPS coordinates: 79.65000,99.03333

Latest update: December 14, 2025 12:23