2016 Map of Nabesna B-4 SW

About this map

The Nabesna River corridor dominates this remote Alaskan landscape within the Wrangell-Saint Elias National Preserve. This 2016 survey documents a complex network of glacial meltwater and alpine lakes, including Whitham Lake, Virginia Lake, and Christy Lake, gathered at the base of high mountain ridges. The terrain transitions from the low-lying wetlands of the river valley to the steep slopes of the Wrangell Mountains, marked by prominent landmarks like Keenan Peak and the Raven Hills. To the west, Gold Hill stands as a distinct topographical feature overlooking the braided channels of Fish Cr and Jacksina Creek. This map is primarily a study of undisturbed wilderness, illustrating the natural drainage patterns and high-altitude topography of the eastern Alaska Range before human development or infrastructure altered the drainage basins.