2015 Map of Denali D-4 NE

About this map

Denali National Preserve and Denali National Park meet in this interior landscape, where complex wetland systems and river braids dominate the terrain. The topography is defined by the winding course of the Muddy River as it flows toward its confluence, while further south, Birch Creek meanders across the lower sections of the quadrangle. This 2015 survey illustrates a wilderness nearly devoid of human infrastructure, focusing instead on the hydrological network of the Kantishna River basin. Scattered water bodies like Big Lily Lake, Starr Lake, and Chilchukabena Lake provide key landmarks within the expansive flats. The lack of roads or established settlements emphasizes the protected, roadless character of the region, making it an essential reference for understanding the natural drainage patterns and land management boundaries of this subarctic environment.