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2023 Map of Gulkana A-2 SW

Name: 2023 Topographic Map of Gulkana A-2 SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2023
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2023

About this map

Wrangell Mountains dominate the eastern landscape of this Copper River Census Area survey, where glacial movement and high-altitude terrain define the environment. The map details the convergence of significant protected lands, including the Wrangell-Saint Elias National Park, the expansive Wrangell-St. Elias Wilderness, and the Wrangell-Saint Elias National Preserve. These designations protect a wilderness dominated by ice and water, notably the Klawasi Glacier and Nadina Glacier.

Hydrological patterns are established by the Klawasi River and Nadina River, which carry meltwater away from the peaks. Notable landmarks like Ruddy Mtn rise above the surrounding terrain, providing specific reference points in a region primarily shaped by natural forces rather than human settlement. The absence of roads or structures underscores the remote, preserved character of this part of the Alaska interior.