2023 Map of Denali D-3 NE

About this map

The Kantishna River meanders across this northern interior landscape, carving deep oxbows and abandoned channels through a complex wetland system. This wilderness area is partitioned between Denali National Preserve to the west and Denali National Park to the east, reflecting the intricate land management boundaries established to protect the diverse ecosystem of the Denali region. The terrain is characterized by a low-lying fluvial plain where Bear Creek flows through the southeastern portion of the quadrangle. The map documents the shifting hydrology and vast marshes typical of the subarctic river systems, where the lack of permanent settlements or infrastructure underscores the preserved natural state of this protected territory.