2017 Map of McCarthy B-4 NW

About this map

Wrangell-Saint Elias National Park and the adjacent Wrangell-Saint Elias National Preserve dominate this high-altitude landscape in the Wrangell Mountains. The terrain is defined by dramatic elevation changes where the Chitistone River meets Grotto Creek at the Peavine Bar. A significant waypoint for backcountry travel is the Glacier Creek Airport, providing access to this wilderness where the Goat Trail Route traverses the steep slopes above the river valley. The map documents the intricate drainage network of the region, including Glacier Creek, Lime Springs Cr, and Contact Gulch. Prominent peaks and formations such as Chitistone Mtn and Nikolai Butte stand as landmarks in this protected area, while the presence of Radovan Gulch suggests the historical mining interest that once permeated these mountains before their inclusion in the national park system.