Stanton Glacier

While we can view landscapes that have been carved by glaciers, we cannot see any of the Park’s glaciers from the train. The glaciers in the Park are generally on the northern exposures of the mountains, and from our current perspective we are looking at the mountains’ southern exposures. Although we cannot see any of the glaciers inside the Park, we may see one glacier that is just outside the Park. Atop Great Northern Mountain noted to be 8705 feet, to our right is Stanton Glacier. When the view of the mountain is clear, we will have a one or two second time window in which to spot the glacier, located just below the peak

Situated on the northeast slope of Great Northern Mountain in Flathead National Forest, Montana, Stanton Glacier is a significant feature. This glacier, along with others, is closely monitored by the U.S. Geological Survey's Glacier Monitoring Research program. The program studies changes in the mass balance of glaciers in and around Glacier National Park. Stanton Glacier, positioned just one mile northwest of Grant Glacier, serves as a focal point for understanding glacier dynamics in the region. Its inclusion in the monitoring program underscores its importance in assessing the impact of environmental changes on the broader ecosystem. It is also a popular place to participate in skiing.

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2) Stanton Glacier | Ski Touring route in Montana. (n.d.). FATMAP. https://fatmap.com/discover/route/united-states-of-america/montana/ski-touring/stanton-glacier/2727062