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1954 Map of Iditarod D-4

Name: 1954 Topographic Map of Iditarod D-4
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1965
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1965

About this map

The Iditarod River meanders through a labyrinth of oxbow lakes and wetlands in this 1954 topographic record of central Alaska. To the west, the river dominates the lowlands near the Dikeman (Site), while the eastern edge is defined by the Dishna River and the settlement at Windy. This era of exploration is evidenced by several overland routes, including the Tractor Trail and the Hunter Trail, which navigate the interior wilderness between the river basins.

Waterways like Horsefly Creek, Glacier Creek, and Chance Creek drain the higher elevations of the Ideal terrain, providing essential landmarks for navigation. A solitary Cabin situated near a trail junction further emphasizes the sparse but deliberate human presence in this region. The map captures a moment when mechanical tractor paths and seasonal hunting trails were the primary lifelines for those working and traveling between these major river systems.