1954 Map of Lake Clark B-3

About this map

Lake Clark dominates this interior Alaskan landscape, where the glacially carved waters meet the towering elevations of Copper Mountain. Based on surveys conducted in the early 1950s, the map reveals a wilderness primarily accessed by water and traditional overland routes, including a significant Native Trail traversing the shoreline near Portage Creek. The convergence of the Kijik River and the braided channels of the Tlikakila River into the head of the lake illustrates the complex hydrologic network of the region. Isolated Cabins stand as the only noted human structures, emphasizing the seasonal and subsistence patterns of the area before major modern developments. To the north, Lachbuna Lake and College Creek feed into the broader valley, while smaller alpine bodies like Saddle Lake and Otter Lake occupy the higher ridges.