2017 Map of Bendeleben C-4 SE

About this map

The Bering Land Bridge National Preserve encompasses a large portion of this area on the Seward Peninsula, protecting a landscape that serves as a vital link to the prehistoric migration between continents. The terrain is defined by volcanic features and low-lying drainage systems, most notably the distinct heights of Dryas Cone and Andromeda Cone. These cones rise above the surrounding tundra, providing rare vertical markers in a region dominated by the winding paths of the Noxapaga River and Muskellunge Cr. The mapping reflects the isolation of the Northwest Arctic, where the absence of roads or permanent settlements highlights the wilderness character of the preserve. For researchers and geologists, the placement of these volcanic landforms against the hydrologic network offers a clear view of the geologic and environmental forces shaping this part of northern Alaska.