Richardson Glacier (Washington) Explained

Richardson Glacier
Type:Alpine glacier
Location:Chelan County, Washington, U.S.
Map:USA Washington
Label Position:right
Map Size:225
Coordinates:48.0564°N -120.9697°W
Coordinates Ref:[1]
Length:0.9miles
Terminus:Barren rock/icefall
Status:Retreating

Richardson Glacier is in Wenatchee National Forest in the U.S. state of Washington and is on the south slopes Luahna Peak and north slopes of Clark Mountain. Richardson Glacier descends from 7800feetto6600feetft (toft).[2] Richardson Glacier is connected to Clark Glacier to the east at its upper margins. Richardson Glacier is named after J.B. Richardson, an early settler to the region.[3]

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Notes and References

  1. 1525028. Richardson Glacier. March 31, 2013.
  2. TopoQwest (United States Geological Survey Maps). Clark Mountain, WA. March 31, 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. 164.