Description
In Tongass National Forest, 1.7 mi. S of Vaughan Lewis Glacier, 3.1 mi. SW of Blizzard Peak; Sec 28, T35S, R67E, Copper River Meridian.
History
The name, which was applied informally to the feature upon its first ascent by Juneau Icefield researchers in 1969, derives from the Greek word “gorgos,” which means “grim” or “dreadful,” and refers to the difficult south face ascent of the summit.