2015 Map of Baird Mountains B-1 SW

About this map

Kobuk Valley National Park dominates the center of this 2015 study, where the northern interior of the Northwest Arctic borough is defined by a sharp transition from mountainous terrain to an intricate river valley. The topography is marked by steep ridges and deep drainages that feed into the south-flowing Tutuksuk River. This drainage system represents a vital corridor for movement and ecological connectivity in an area largely devoid of permanent human infrastructure. The map provides a detailed view of the Public Land Survey System boundaries, including t23n r4w and t22n r3w, which help orient researchers to specific wilderness tracts. The lack of roads or established settlements emphasizes the remote nature of these protected lands, where natural features remain the primary landmarks for navigation and local history.