2023 Map of Seward C-6 NW

About this map

The Iditarod National Historic Trl winds through the western reaches of the Chugach National Forest, tracing a path through the steep drainages of the Kenai Peninsula. This modern survey illustrates the persistent importance of this traditional route as it follows the topography north toward Bertha Creek. The landscape is defined by the sharp verticality of Tincan Peak and Bench Peak, which look down upon the broad Placer River Valley. This glacial-carved corridor hosts the winding Placer River and numerous tributaries including Lyon Creek and Center Creek. The lack of modern development outside of the historic trail corridor emphasizes the protected and untouched character of this wilderness area within the national forest system, where the network of named creeks like Spokane Creek and Divide Creek serves as the primary wayfinding system for the territory.