2017 Map of Seward D-5 NE

About this map

Chugach National Forest encompasses this section of the Chugach Mountains north of Seward, Alaska, where a massive network of ice fields and flowing glaciers dominates the high-elevation landscape. The terrain is defined by several major glacial systems, including the Surprise Glacier and Lake George Glacier in the northern reaches, and the Harriman Glacier which flows through the center. This 2017 survey illustrates the complex relationship between these ice bodies and the nascent river systems they feed, such as the Upper Carmen River and Twentymile Glacier drainage. The map reveals the intricate contouring of a frozen wilderness, showcasing how the Billings Glacier, Pigot Glacier, and Seth Glacier carve through the mountain passes, offering a precise view of the topography before significant seasonal or climatic shifts alter these ancient ice flows.