1960 Map of Anchorage B-7

About this map

The corridor between the Knik Arm and the towering peaks of Mt Magnificent reveals the early development of the Anchorage outskirts during the mid-century. Several distinct settlements are established along the Alaska Railroad and the Glenn Highway, including Eklutna, Birchwood, and Eagle River. The landscape is a mix of strategic military lands within the Fort Richardson Military Reservation and recreational spaces like Camp Gorsuch on the shores of Mirror Lake. Transport and logistics are central to the area's identity, evidenced by the Birchwood Auxiliary Airfield and numerous landing areas. The map details the drainage systems of Eagle River and Peters Creek, where camping grounds like Peters Creek Campground and Ford Campground suggest the growing importance of this region for local transit and outdoor life before the full expansion of the neighboring city.