2017 Map of McCarthy C-1 SW

About this map

Wrangell-Saint Elias National Park dominates the landscape in this high-altitude survey of the Alaskan interior. The terrain is defined by extreme glacial activity and steep drainage patterns, most notably where the Giffin Glacier moves through the western portion of the quadrangle. As the ice retreats or advances, it feeds the remote headwaters of Holmes Creek, which flows northward through the rugged valley. This 2017 edition provides a clear record of the glacial extent and land management boundaries within the Unorganized Borough during the early 21st century. The map serves as a vital document for understanding the evolving physical geography of one of North America's most protected wilderness areas.