1954 Map of Mount McKinley A-2, 1972 Print
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1954 Map of Mount McKinley A-2

USGS Topo · Published 1972

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Mt McKinley National Park is dominated by a massive glacial system in this mid-century survey, showcasing the high-altitude ice fields and sharp ridges that define the Alaska Range. The Muldrow Glacier flows through the northern reaches, fed by the Gunsight Pass and passing beneath McGonagall Mountain. Significant climbing landmarks are identified along the approach to the great peaks, including Karstens Ridge, Browne Tower, and Parker Pass. To the south, the landscape is defined by the sprawling Ruth Glacier and the wide Ruth Amphitheatre, which receive ice from the North Fork and Northwest Fork. The map records the precise positions of numerous summits such as Mount Silverthrone and Mount Deception, providing a high-resolution view of the terrain before later decades of glacial recession.


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Map Details

Date Portrayed1954
Date Published1972
PublisherU.S. Geological Survey
Map TypeTopographic
Scale1:63,360
Physical Dimensions19 x 20.8 inches

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