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Glacier
Eden Index
Climate
6.5
•
Recreation
1.6
•
Community
•
Safeguard
3.1/10
Glacier, Washington is a small community located in the northwest corner of the state, nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. The climate in Glacier is characterized by mild summers and cold, snowy winters, with precipitation throughout the year. The hydrology constituents of Glacier include the Nooksack River, numerous creeks, and a few small lakes. The area surrounding Glacier is a popular destination for outdoor recreation, including hiking, camping, skiing, and snowboarding. The Mt. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest provides access to many trails and campgrounds, while the nearby Mt. Baker Ski Area offers winter sports enthusiasts a world-class skiing and snowboarding experience.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 6.5
Glacier receives approximately
2142mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 74%
and air temperatures averaging around
9°C.
Glacier has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Puget Sound
Area Rivers
Puget Sound
Snowpack Depths
Puget Sound
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Puget Sound
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 1.6
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entrance Bay - Cultus Lake Provincial Park | 52 | 224 ft | |||
| Douglas Fir | 31 | 1,057 ft | |||
| Delta Grove - Cultus Lake Provincial Park | 58 | 172 ft | |||
| Riverfront RV Park - Sedro Woolley | 38 | 48 ft | |||
| Clear Creek - Cultus Lake Provincial Park | 85 | 344 ft | |||
| Fraser Heritage Society - Kilby Park | 28 | 43 ft | |||
| Maple Bay - Cultus Lake Provincial Park | 106 | 231 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI):
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.