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Hinman Glacier

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Hinman Glacier
Map showing the location of Hinman Glacier
Map showing the location of Hinman Glacier
Hinman Glacier
TypeAlpine glacier
LocationSnoqualmie National Forest, King County, Washington, U.S.
Length.35 mi (0.56 km)
TerminusBarren rock
StatusRetreating

Hinman Glacier lies to the north and northwest of Mount Hinman, in the U.S. state of Washington. Hinman Glacier is within the Alpine Lakes Wilderness of Snoqualmie National Forest.[2] The glacier is approximately .35 mi (0.56 km) in length and descends from 7,400 to 6,400 ft (2,300 to 2,000 m), where it terminates on barren rock. The western lobe of Hinman Glacier consists of small patches of ice and has essentially disappeared. The glacier persists only on the north flank of Mount Hinman. Repeat photography indicates that Hinman Glacier has retreated significantly.[3]

See also

References

  1. ^ "Hinman Glacier". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey, United States Department of the Interior. Retrieved March 2, 2013.
  2. ^ Mount Daniel, WA (Map). TopoQwest (United States Geological Survey Maps). Retrieved March 2, 2013.
  3. ^ Pelto, Mauri (2009). "Hinman Glacier, North Cascades disappears". From a Glaciers Perspective. Glacier Change. Retrieved March 2, 2013.