An international group of experts in mountain hydrology argue that the traditional understanding of the mountain water cycle has largely ignored the role that cryosphere-groundwater interactions play.

Mountains are often referred to as water towers of the world, supplying fresh water to ecosystems and millions of people downstream. Specifically, snow and glacier melt are important elements in the ...

According to the UN World Water Development Report 2025, mountains provide up to 60% of the world’s annual freshwater flows. More than one billion people live in mountainous regions, and over two ...

The polar and mountain regions comprise the Arctic, Antarctica, high altitude areas, as well as the global permafrost regions. Even though they are only sparsely populated, the polar and cold regions ...

At Asheville, the river rose to 23.1 feet—a record more than five feet higher than any crest before or since. The water washed out bridges and damaged most businesses and industries on the ...

New Hampshire’s Lakes and White Mountains Region offers endless fun. Whether you love nature, water sports or culture, you will find an adventure perfect for you.