2017 Map of Denali A-5 NW

About this map

Denali National Preserve and Denali National Park meet at the boundary of the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area and Denali Borough in this high-latitude Alaskan survey. The landscape is defined by its complex drainage network, where the Swift Fork and Boulder Cr navigate the southern terrain, while the Fish River and Dry Cr cross the central and northern reaches. Rising in the northeast, the Cottonwood Hills provide a distinct topographic contrast to the surrounding river basins. This map illustrates the intersection of major conservation boundaries during the early 21st century, revealing the natural hydrology of the interior before it reaches the Highpower Cr drainage system. The absence of roads or permanent structures emphasizes the character of this protected wilderness.