2024 Map of Flaxman Island A-4 SE

About this map

Arctic National Wildlife Refuge encompasses the majority of this coastal landscape on the North Slope, where a complex network of wetlands and braided waterways dominates the terrain. The eastern edge is defined by the wandering course of the Canning River, while the western portion is marked by the Staines River as it moves toward the Beaufort Sea. These river systems are characteristic of the Arctic coastal plain, featuring vast marshlands and shifting channels that have remained largely undisturbed by permanent infrastructure. The map serves as a contemporary record of these hydrological patterns, documenting the intricate drainage and riparian habitats that define this protected wilderness area near the northern edge of the continent.