2016 Map of Hughes D-6 NW

About this map

The Gates Of The Arctic National Preserve dominates the southern reaches of this landscape, where the headwaters and drainage patterns of the Killak River carve through high-elevation terrain. This 2016 survey illustrates a largely roadless wilderness defined by steep topographic gradients and the natural corridor provided by Coal Pass. The map reveals the intricate hydrology of the Brooks Range, showing how the river systems navigate the mountain barriers within the preserve's boundaries. It serves as a precise record of the geography within the Northwest Arctic Borough during the early 21st century, focusing on the preservation of these undisturbed northern ecosystems.