2016 Map of Hughes C-5 NW

About this map

The Kobuk River flows across the northern reach of this landscape, framing the northern boundary of the Gates of the Arctic National Preserve. The terrain is defined by significant elevation changes, rising from the river lowlands where Bear Island sits in the channel, toward the prominent peaks of the southern interior. The Lockwood Hills dominate the southeastern quadrant, culminating in the high point of Mt Ekron. This 2016 survey illustrates the pristine character of the Northwest Arctic, where drainage patterns like Asiksat Cr carve through townships including t15n r16e and t14n r16e. The map provides a precise record of this protected wilderness, documenting the intersection of major waterways and interior mountain ranges.