2024 Map of Demarcation Point C-1 NE

About this map

Demarcation Point marks the northernmost coastal boundary where the Alaskan landscape meets the Beaufort Sea, a site defined by its proximity to the international border with Canada. This contemporary survey captures a region of immense conservation importance, with much of the land designated as the Mollie Beattie Wilderness within the broader Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. The coastline is characterized by intricate barrier islands and lagoons, including Kagiluak Bight, which have historically provided refuge for seasonal travelers and indigenous residents. The small settlement of Gordon is situated along the shore, representing one of the few named outposts in this isolated environment. This map details the intersection of early 20th-century geopolitical boundaries with modern environmental protection, showing the section lines of the Public Land Survey System as they extend across the wetlands and tundra of the North Slope.