2016 Map of Survey Pass C-5 SW

About this map

Gates Of The Arctic National Park encompasses this entire sub-section of the Schwatka Mountains in northern Alaska. The landscape is defined by its extreme elevations, reaching a local peak at Oyukak Mtn on the western edge. This topographic study reveals the headwaters and drainage patterns of the high Arctic, where the Noatak River cuts through the northeast corner of the quadrangle while southern drainages like Iyahuna Cr and Arch Cr flow through deeply carved valleys. The map illustrates a wilderness devoid of modern infrastructure, preserving the natural state of the Brooks Range as it existed in the early 21st century. The intricate contour lines highlight the sharp relief of the mountain ridges and the glacial-carved corridors that dictate the movement of water and wildlife through this protected landscape.