
Locational map of major features of the
Alaska Panhandle area including the Stikine Icecap
The 'Stikine Icecap' (sometimes referred to as the 'Stikine Icefield') is a large
icefield straddled on the
Alaska–
British Columbia boundary in the
Alaska Panhandle region.
[1]
An extremely large icefield, the icecap is a primary source for both the
Taku and
Stikine Rivers. The Stikine Icecap also feeds the
LeConte,
Sawyer, and
Great Glaciers.
The Stikine Icecap area is also renowned for its technically demanding and dangerous peaks and spires of granite that have garnered comparisons as North America's version of
Patagonia[1]. Peaks of particular renown include
Devils Thumb,
Witches Tits,
Cat's Ears, and the
Burkett Needle.
Most expeditions into the region usually depart from
Petersburg, Alaska.
Cited references
1. USGS Sumdum A-1 (AK) Topo Map
See also
★
Juneau Icefield
★
List of glaciers and icefields
External link
★
Bivouac.com writeup