2013 Map of Nabesna C-1 NE

About this map

Alaska Hwy cuts a solitary path through this remote borderland in the early 21st century, serving as the primary artery connecting Alaska to Canada. The landscape is defined by the high, winding reaches of Glacier Hill and a complex network of waterways, including Scottie Cr and Desper Cr. Small, isolated outposts like Alcan and Seaton Roadhouse mark the human presence along the highway, representing the traditional stopping points essential for travel in the subarctic wilderness. Near the international boundary with Canada, the terrain opens into wetlands surrounding Island Lake, where the drainage patterns suggest a seasonal shifts in the water table. The presence of Scotty Creek Lodge and High Cache further illustrates the scattered, service-oriented settlement pattern that characterizes this stretch of the Southeast Fairbanks region.