Katsuk Glacier

Katsuk Glacier is in North Cascades National Park in the U.S. state of Washington, in a cirque to the north of Katsuk Peak and east of Kimtah Peak.[2] Both Katsuk and Kimtah Peaks are prominent summits along a ridge known as Jagged Edge.[3] Katsuk Glacier consists of three disconnected sections, the largest of which stretches for over 1 mi (1.6 km) in width. Kimtah Glacier is immediately west of Katsuk Glacier, while the Mesahchie Glacier lies to the east.[2]

Katsuk Glacier
Map showing the location of Katsuk Glacier
Map showing the location of Katsuk Glacier
Katsuk Glacier
Location in Washington
TypeMountain glacier
LocationSkagit County, Washington, U.S.
Coordinates48°34′57″N 120°53′47″W[1]
Length.50 mi (0.80 km)
TerminusBarren rock/icefall
StatusRetreating

See also

References

  1. "Katsuk Glacier". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved April 27, 2013.
  2. Mount Logan, WA (Map). TopoQwest (United States Geological Survey Maps). Retrieved April 27, 2013.
  3. Beckey, Fred (2003). Cascade Alpine Guide: Climbing and High Routes, Stevens Pass to Rainy Pass. The Mountaineers Books. pp. 352–355. ISBN 978-0-89886-838-8.


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