Surprise Glacier
This Denali glacier moves westward and forms the source of the Tonzona River.
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Surprise Glacier Details
Beginning in the Alaska Range near Mt. Dall, this Denali glacier moves westward and forms the source of the Tonzona River. Not to be confused with the more famous "calving" glacier seen from cruise ships in Prince William Sound.
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Nearby Points of Interest Around Surprise Glacier
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7.8 mi away
Mount Dall
Mt. Dall is 8,399 feet high and located southwest of Denali (Mt. McKinley).
15.1 mi away
Mount Russell
At 11,670 feet, Mt. Russell is a little more than half the size of Denali (Mt. McKinley).
15.7 mi away
Dall Glacier
Dall Glacier begins on Mt. Russell within Denali National Park.
19.8 mi away
Yentna Glacier
Denali's Yentna Glacier begins between Mount Russell and Mount Foraker.
20.0 mi away
Yentna River
The Yentna River splits into east and west forks before meeting the Susitna River.
