Katsuk Glacier Explained

Katsuk Glacier
Type:Mountain glacier
Location:Skagit County, Washington, U.S.
Map:USA Washington
Label Position:right
Map Size:225
Coordinates:48.5825°N -120.8964°W
Coordinates Ref:[1]
Length:0.5miles
Terminus:Barren rock/icefall
Status:Retreating

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 1miles in width. Kimtah Glacier is immediately west of Katsuk Glacier, while the Mesahchie Glacier lies to the east.[2]

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Notes and References

  1. 1521574. Katsuk Glacier. April 27, 2013.
  2. TopoQwest (United States Geological Survey Maps). Mount Logan, WA. April 27, 2013.
  3. Book: Beckey, Fred. Cascade Alpine Guide: Climbing and High Routes, Stevens Pass to Rainy Pass. 2003. The Mountaineers Books. 978-0-89886-838-8. 352–355.