Between 13,000 and 24,000 years ago a smaller ice age occurred in this area. During this time glaciers carved a smaller U-shaped valley into the existing valley floor. In very recent times during a period called the Little Ice Age, approximately 500 to 250 years ago, small glaciers formed at high altitudes. Harding Glacier, visible from downtown Skagway, is a remnant from this time.
13,000 and 24,000 years ago|500 to 250 years ago, 13,000 and 24,000 years ago
13,000 and 24,000 years ago|500 to 250 years ago, 13,000 and 24,000 years ago