1952 Map of Nulato C-3

About this map

The Yukon River defines the northeastern edge of this interior landscape, where the water complexly braids into the Pilot Mountain Slough. This 1952 survey, which was not field-checked, relies on aerial photography to document a wilderness of muskeg and thaw lakes that transition into the rising terrain of the Bishop Mountains. Dominating the northern horizon is Pilot Mountain, a primary geodetic landmark at an elevation of 1,609 feet. The drainage patterns of Kinkaid Creek and numerous unnamed tributaries illustrate the intricate hydrological network typical of the Alaska-Fourth Judicial Division before modern infrastructure was introduced to the region. The map captures a moment in the mid-20th century when the area remained primarily accessible by river, showcasing the natural state of the Yukon valley and its surrounding highlands.