2024 Map of Circle A-6 NW

About this map

The Chatanika River winds through this interior Alaskan landscape, serving as the primary drainage for a dense network of tributaries including Buster Creek, Moose Creek, and Berry Creek. The terrain is defined by significant elevation changes, most notably at the Twin Buttes in the southwest and along the ridges flanking Sorrels Creek. Transportation in this remote area is anchored by the Steese Expressway/Highway, which provides critical access through the northern portion of the quadrangle. Local prospectors and geologists will recognize the distinctive naming conventions of the drainage system, featuring names like First Pup and Second Pup, which are characteristic of gold-bearing regions in the North Star Borough. The map detail highlights the steep valley walls of Hunter Creek and Dexter Creek, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Yukon-Tanana Uplands.