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1951 Map of Kenai B-2

Name: 1951 Topographic Map of Kenai B-2
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1994
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1994

About this map

Skilak Lake dominates the upper portion of this survey, serving as a focal point for the region's wilderness management and early backcountry access. The Skilak Guard Station stands near the shoreline, marking a point of official presence in a landscape otherwise defined by glacial waters and expansive wetlands. The presence of the Skilak Lake Road and the Funny River Trail (Pack) indicates the early infrastructure developed to navigate the Kenai Peninsula Borough.

Hydrographic patterns across the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge are captured through the winding course of the Killey River and the Funny River. Numerous smaller bodies of water, including Browns Lake, Harvey Lake, and Round Lake, illustrate the complex drainage system of the Kenai lowlands. The map also identifies remote Cabins and specialized landmarks like Frying Pan Island, reflecting the sparse but significant human footprint in this protected territory.