2023 Map of Anchorage A-2 NE

About this map

Chugach National Forest dominates this Alaskan landscape, where the ice-dominated terrain of the Chugach Mountains is documented in high detail. The map centers on the high-altitude topography surrounding Mt Grosvenor, a prominent peak situated among several major glacial systems. To the northwest, the Yale Glacier descends from high ridgelines, while the Meares Glacier and Ranney Glacier carve through the deep valleys of the central and western portions of the quadrangle. The meltwater from these massive ice fields feeds into Ranney Creek, illustrating the complex drainage patterns of the Chugach Range. Further south, the Brilliant Glacier marks the edge of this glacial wilderness. This 2023 survey provides a clear view of contemporary ice extent and terminal positions, offering a vital reference for those tracking the changing geography of Alaska's coastal mountain ranges.