1971 Map of Chandalar B-6

About this map

Middle Fork Koyukuk River and the South Fork Koyukuk River define the landscape of this Arctic interior region during the early 1970s. The map captures a wilderness characterized by seasonal transit corridors, including a Winter Road along the Middle Fork and a Winter Trail navigating the eastern slopes near California Creek. Human activity is sparse, marked primarily by a Landing Strip and isolated Cabin sites, suggesting a reliance on bush aviation and cold-weather overland travel. High-altitude landmarks like Poss Mountain tower over a complex network of drainages such as Minnie Creek and Slate Creek. A solitary Mine near the northern boundary reflects the era's persistent mineral exploration. The presence of Minnie Creek Lake and Winers Lake provides specific points of interest for those tracking local hydrologic features or backcountry routes in this remote portion of the Yukon-Koyukuk region.