Mendenhall Glacier: Quick Facts

Written and fact-checked by

The Information Architects of Encyclopaedia Britannica

Photos and Videos

Map of Alaska and surrounding regions, with Mendenhall Glacier labeled in orange text along the southeastern coast near Canada. The map shows Alaska's position relative to Russia, Canada, and major bodies of water including the Bering Sea, Gulf of Alaska, and Arctic Ocean, with a small inset globe highlighting the location in northwestern North America.

Little Ice Age relic

What are glaciers? Ask a glaciologist

Time-Lapse: Alaskan Glacial Lake Rising, July–August 2025

See All Videos and Images →

Topics

Malaspina Glacier Humboldt Glacier Siachen Glacier Eyjafjallajökull Columbia Icefield Aletsch Glacier Mer de Glace Langjökull Mýrdalsjökull Beardmore Glacier