Jackson Glacier - Glacier National Park
Posted by: Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
N 48° 40.697 W 113° 39.231
12U E 304652 N 5395092
Jackson Glacier is among the visible yet shrinking glaciers in Glacier National Park.
Waymark Code: WM23DK
Location: Montana, United States
Date Posted: 08/28/2007
Published By:Groundspeak Premium Member wilsonjw
Views: 91

Jackson Glacier is the fifth largest glacier in Glacier National Park and one of the most observable as it can be seen from the Going-to-the-Sun Road. The glacier is located on the north slope of Mount Jackson. Jackson Glacier is retreating rapidly and in the 1800 was joined to Blackfoot Glacier however they are now separated. The coordinates are for an overlook on the Going-to-the-Road where the glacier can be observed.
Mountain / landmass name: Mount Jackson

Park name (if any): Glacier National Park

Glacier type: ice

Final access method: Vehicle parking lot ( < 0.5 mi hike)

Safe viewing location: N 48° 40.697 W 113° 39.231

Photograph submitted: yes

Parking / trail head / boat launch: Not listed

Travel time (approximate): Not Listed

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