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1993 Map of McCarthy C-6

Name: 1993 Topographic Map of McCarthy C-6
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2001
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2001

About this map

Kennicott Glacier dominates this landscape, showing a massive ice system that shaped the region's geography long before modern survey efforts. The map reveals a complex environment of ice and rock, where features like Packsaddle Island stand as isolated terrain surrounded by frozen flows. High altitude landmarks such as Atna Peaks and Parka Peak define the northern reaches, while the Stairway Icefall illustrates the steep descent of glacial ice into the valley below.

Within the Wrangell - Saint Elias Wilderness, the intersection of Gates Glacier and Root ice formations creates a dynamic drainage basin. Hidden Creek Lake and Hidden Creek provide a rare glimpse of liquid water features amidst the dominant ice. The administrative layering of the Wrangell - Saint Elias National Park and its preserve highlights the protected status of this terrain in the late 20th century.