2016 Map of Bering Glacier C-5 SW

About this map

Bering Glacier dominates the central landscape of this 2016 survey, representing a vast expanse of ice within the protected boundaries of Wrangell-Saint Elias National Park. The topography is defined by significant elevation changes, particularly along Waxell Ridge, where steep contours mark the transition between the glacial ice and the high-altitude terrain of the Chugach Mountains. This map also captures a significant administrative boundary where the Valdez-Cordova Census Area meets the Yakutat City and Borough. The lack of human infrastructure, roads, or permanent settlements underscores the isolation of this corner of Alaska, where the natural movement of ice and the height of ridges like Waxell Ridge are the primary features of interest for environmental study or navigation.