2017 Map of McCarthy C-1 NW

About this map

White River flows across this wilderness landscape, marking a transition between the northern Wrangell-Saint Elias National Preserve and the southern Wrangell-Saint Elias National Park. The topography is dominated by high-altitude features including Pingpong Mtn and the nearby Pingpong Lakes, illustrating the glaciated terrain characteristic of this part of the Valdez-Cordova Census Area. Hydrological patterns are defined by the braided path of the river and several drainages such as Holmes Creek and Cub Creek. This survey captures the region as it existed in 2017, largely devoid of man-made infrastructure, reflecting the strict conservation status of the national park system. The map provides a clear record of natural drainage and mountain elevations in a territory where the landscape itself is the primary record of historical change.