1954 Map of Mount Hayes B-1

About this map

Robertson Glacier dominates the southwestern corner of this 1954 topographic study, serving as the source for a complex glacial drainage system. The meltwater feeds into the braided channels of the West Fork Robertson River, which winds through steep, unpopulated mountain passes before joining the main Robertson River. This remote Alaskan landscape is characterized by its high-altitude glacial activity and the absence of any established trails or roads at the time of the survey. The mapping relies on 1954 aerial photography to trace the intricate paths of Rumble Creek and various unnamed glacial pools that collect in the high basins. The map illustrates a pure wilderness environment where the physical geography—defined by ice and moving water—remains the only landmark.