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Cantwell Glacier

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Cantwell Glacier is a glacier in Denali National Park and Preserve in the U.S. state of Alaska. The 3-mile (4.8 km) long glacier originates from the crest of the Alaska Range in the eastern part of the park, giving rise to Cantwell Creek.[1][2][3] Cantwell Glacier and Cantwell Creek are named for Yukon Valley explorer John C. Cantwell.[4]

TypeValley glacier
Coordinates63°26′44″N 149°26′42″W
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Cantwell Glacier is located in Alaska
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TypeValley glacier
LocationDenali Borough, Alaska, U.S.
Coordinates63°26′44″N 149°26′42″W
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