
Walker Lake serves as the focal point of this northern Alaskan landscape, where the waters of the lake transition into the braided and winding Kobuk River. The terrain is characterized by the convergence of significant protected areas, with the boundary between Gates of the Arctic National Park and the Gates of the Arctic National Preserve bisecting the region. Within the expansive reach of the lake, Swan Island stands as a distinct topographic feature amidst the deep glacial waters and surrounding peaks. This 2016 survey highlights a wilderness area defined by its natural hydrology and the formal demarcation of federal conservation lands, illustrating the modern management of one of the most secluded regions in the United States.
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1951 · Hughes
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1951 · Survey Pass
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1956 · Hughes
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1956 · Survey Pass
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1964 · Survey Pass
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1964 · Hughes
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1965 · Hughes
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1966 · Survey Pass
USGS Topo · 1:250,000
1986 · Survey Pass A-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360
1986 · Hughes D-4
USGS Topo · 1:63,360