Matthes Glaciers

The Matthes Glaciers are a group of glaciers east of the Glacier Divide in the Sierra Nevada, in the U.S. state of California. The glaciers were named for François E. Matthes.[1] There are approximately 10 small glacierets situated above 12,200 feet (3,700 m) in the John Muir Wilderness of Sierra National Forest which comprise the Matthes Glaciers.[2]

For the glacier in Antarctica, see Matthes Glacier.

Matthes Glaciers
Matthes Glaciers, from Tomahawk Lake
Map showing the location of Matthes Glaciers
Map showing the location of Matthes Glaciers
Matthes Glaciers
Location in California
TypeMountain glacier
LocationSierra National Forest, Fresno County, California, U.S.
Coordinates37°13′40″N 118°45′33″W[1]
Length.10 mi (0.16 km)
TerminusBarren rock
StatusRetreating

See also

References
  1. "Matthes Glaciers". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved September 30, 2012.
  2. Mount Henry, CA (Map). TopoQwest (United States Geological Survey Maps). Retrieved September 30, 2012.
Glacier Divide, a couple glacierets visible


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