2017 Map of Talkeetna C-6 SW

About this map

The Denali National Preserve encompasses a significant portion of this wilderness landscape, where the southern reaches of the Alaska Range meet the sharp elevations of the Kichatna Mountains. This 2017 survey details a complex hydrologic network defined by the Dillinger River, which cuts through the center of the sheet, and the Little Tonzona River in the northwest. High-altitude crossings like Shellabarger Pass indicate the natural corridors used to navigate this mountain terrain. The map serves as a primary record of the glacial-fed waterways including Pingston Cr and the Big Salmon Fork, illustrating the high-alpine environment before the seasonal shifts of the early 21st century. The lack of man-made infrastructure emphasizes the preservation of this remote interior region.