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1952 Map of Ruby C-5

Name: 1952 Topographic Map of Ruby C-5
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1981
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1981

About this map

The settlement of Ruby sits on the southern bank of the Yukon River, serving as a gateway to the gold-bearing interior during this mid-century survey. The landscape is defined by the high prominence of Boston Dome and Cecil Dome, landmarks that guided prospectors moving south into the intricate drainage basins of Beaver Creek and Hunter Creek. The presence of a Gaging Sta and Radio Towers near the riverfront highlights the area's role as a vital communication and transportation hub in the Alaskan bush.

Further south, the terrain becomes increasingly complex, marked by features such as Devils Thumb and Scow Mountain. Numerous gulches and creeks, including New York Gulch and Fox Gulch, intersect the highlands, reflecting the region's historical connection to placer mining operations. Small clusters of Cabins are noted along the waterways, suggesting seasonal use and the remote nature of these inland claims before modern infrastructure reached the backcountry.