1951 Map of Mt. Hayes B-5

About this map

The massive Black Rapids Glacier dominates the northern reaches of this topographic study, showcasing a landscape defined by moving ice and high-altitude peaks. To the west, Meteor Peak rises above a complex network of crevasses, while the southern drainage is defined by the East Fork Maclaren River and Eureka Creek. The map records a wilderness without roads or trails, where natural features like Broxson Gulch and the West Fork Rainy Creek provide the only landmarks for navigation. This 1951 field annotation captures the raw state of the Alaska Range before modern infrastructure reached deep into these high valleys, offering a clear record of glacial margins and drainage patterns during the mid-century period.