2024 Map of Mount Hayes A-2 NW

About this map

Chistochina River headwaters dominate this high-elevation landscape within the southern slopes of the Alaska Range. This 2024 U.S. Geological Survey data illustrates a complex drainage system where the West Fork Chistochina River and the main channel carve through steep topography marked by glacial and fluvial erosion. The map provides precise detail of the high-country terrain, including several notable geographic cuts such as Miller Gulch, Ruby Gulch, and Powell Gulch. Crossing between high peaks, Chisna Pass provides a natural corridor toward the Chisna River drainage. This survey reflects the modern boundary between the Southeast Fairbanks Census Area and Copper River Census Area, a region defined by its hydrography and high mountain passes rather than permanent settlements or road networks.