1952 Map of Kwiguk A-2

About this map

Pilot Village sits along the northern banks of the Yukon River at a point where the massive waterway meets an intricate network of tributaries and overland routes. Based on 1951 aerial photography, this survey documents the complex delta-like hydrology of the region, defined by the winding course of the Chuilnak River and the Andreafsky River as they thread through the terrain. A notable feature for researchers of early 20th-century Alaskan transit is the Winter Trail (Approximate), which provides a terrestrial connection across the landscape during the frozen months. The map also delineates the East Fork and various unnamed drainages, illustrating the seasonal nature of transportation and settlement in the Kusilvak region before modern infrastructure.