2017 Map of Philip Smith Mountains D-5 SW

About this map

Itkillik River winds through the western edge of this North Slope landscape, defining the primary drainage for a region characterized by its high-altitude glacial valleys and sharp ridgelines. The terrain is organized by the Public Land Survey System into several townships, including t6s r9e and t7s r10e, which mark the remote interior of the Philip Smith Mountains. This 2017 survey provides a precise look at the drainage patterns and elevation contours where the river valley meets the upland slopes. Without established roads or settlements, the map focuses on the natural hydrology and the complex topography of the Brooks Range foothills, offering a detailed record of the Arctic wilderness before environmental shifts or potential future resource exploration alters the surface features.