1956 Map of Charley River

About this map

The Yukon River carves a massive corridor through this interior Alaskan wilderness, serving as the primary artery for travel and seasonal industry during the mid-1950s. This survey, compiled from 1956 data, documents the sparse human presence along the riverbanks, including the Woodchopper Roadhouse and scattered shelters like Mcgregor Cabin and Slaven Cabin. The map captures a landscape in transition where once-active river settlements like Nation (Aban'd) and Millers Camp (Aban'd) are noted as abandoned, reflecting the shifting economic patterns of the northern frontier.