2019 Map of Karluk D-6 NW

About this map

Becharof Lake defines the southwestern expanse of this remote Alaskan landscape, where the water's edge meets a complex network of wetlands and small ponds. The terrain rises sharply to the northeast into the foothills of the Aleutian Range, creating a stark transition from the low-lying basin to higher elevations. This 2019 survey documents a wilderness largely defined by its natural hydrology, notably where Marie Cr drains toward the lake. The absence of roads or permanent settlements within this quadrangle emphasizes the primary role of the lake and its surrounding drainage systems in the local geography of the Alaska Peninsula. Researchers of this region will find the precise mapping of these water bodies and topographical contours essential for understanding the seasonal patterns and landform characteristics of the Lake and Peninsula Borough.