1959 Map of McCarthy B-4

About this map

The Chitistone River valley and its surrounding peaks define this high-altitude landscape in the Wrangell Mountains. Recorded in the late 1950s, the map highlights a region shaped by ice and mineral exploration, featuring the massive Twaharpies Glacier and the University Range. Human activity is primarily centered on remote mining operations and the infrastructure required to access them. Evidence of this includes the Nelson Prospect and Radovan Prospect, which are linked to lower elevations via the Radovan Tramway. Aviation also plays a critical role in this isolated environment, as seen with the Glacier Creek Landing Strip. The presence of a Placer Mine on Texas Creek and scattered Cabins suggests a cycle of seasonal work and prospecting near Lime Butte and Dan Creek, far from established towns.