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Wrangell–St. Elias NP, Alaska
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Unlike most glaciers worldwide, Hubbard Glacier is one of the few that is actually advancing, growing by approximately 80 feet each year.
Hubbard Glacier is the largest tidewater glacier in North America, stretching over 76 miles from its source in the Yukon Territory to the sea.
The glacier's advance has been known to dam the Russell Fjord, creating a temporary lake until the ice dam breaks.
The face of Hubbard Glacier stands about 400 feet above the waterline, with another 250 feet below the surface.
The ice at the face of Hubbard Glacier is estimated to be around 400 years old, offering a glimpse into the past climate conditions.
The advancing glacier can alter habitats, impacting local wildlife such as seals and seabirds that rely on the fjord's ecosystem.
Visitors often view the glacier by boat, as it offers a close-up experience of the massive ice wall and the chance to witness calving events.
While many Alaskan glaciers are retreating, Hubbard's unique advance makes it a subject of scientific interest and study.
