2018 Map of Arctic C-4 SW

About this map

The Phillip Smith Mountains dominate this high-altitude landscape of the North Slope Borough, captured in this 2018 topographic study. The map provides a look at the extreme relief of this Brooks Range sub-range, where the drainage of Spring Creek (also labeled Spring Creek) flows through deep valleys toward the northern coast. To the northeast, the terrain funnels into Carter Pass, a significant topographical notch that marks a break in the high ridgelines. There are no roads or settlements shown in this sector, highlighting the sheer isolation and topographical character of the Arctic wilderness. The detailed contour intervals illustrate the steep vertical rise typical of this mountain system, offering a precise view of the geographic barriers that have historically shaped passage through this remote region.