1956 Map of Black River D-5

About this map

The Porcupine River carves through this northern landscape, defining the northern edge of a wilderness marked by complex waterways and isolated heights. Along its banks, John Herberts Village serves as a lone human outpost, while nearby Graphite Pt and Deacons Rock stand as notable navigational markers for river travelers. To the south, the terrain rises toward the significant peak of Frozen Calf Mountain, which anchors the lower-right quadrant of the sheet. Between the river and the mountains, a network of wetlands and seasonal water features like Henderson Slough and Fishhook Creek dominate the interior. A single Tractor Trail provides a rare terrestrial route through the western brush, passing by Wolverine Lake and Scotty Lake. This map records a time when Arctic transport was still largely dictated by the seasonal flow of the river and a few overland trails.