1958 Map of McGrath C-2

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The South Fork Kuskokwim River defines the drainage of this interior Alaskan landscape, joined by the Dillinger River and Jones River as they flow through a complex system of braided channels and marshes. This 1950s environment shows early bush aviation and wilderness outposts established south of the main river course. Central to the area's activity is Farewell Lake, which hosts the Farewell Lake Lodge and is flanked by smaller bodies like Steele Lake and Submarine Lake. To the south, Farewell Mountain rises above the lowlands, overlooking the Farewell Airport and its associated Landing Strip and Radio Towers. This transport hub serves as a critical junction for the remote region, connected by a network of seasonal routes including a Winter Trail and a Jeep Trail that traverse the marshy flats.