1958 Map of Talkeetna C-4

About this map

Dall Glacier and the Yentna Glacier dominate this glacial landscape within the Denali National Park and Denali National Preserve. The 1950s survey captures the intricate drainage patterns of the East Fork Yentna River as it winds through glacial valleys. Smaller tributaries such as Idaho Creek, California Creek, and Colorado Creek cut through the southeastern terrain, feeding toward the Chelatna Lake area. The presence of features like Sunflower Basin and Stern Gulch indicates a landscape shaped by significant ice movements and seasonal runoff. The map clearly delineates the administrative boundary between the Denali Borough and Matanuska-Susitna Borough, providing a precise look at the geography before modern infrastructure or significant human expansion altered these remote corridors.