1952 Map of Talkeetna Mountains A-1

About this map

The Talkeetna Mountains and Horn Mountains converge in this high-altitude Alaskan landscape, where the drainage systems of the Little Nelchina River and Tyone Creek define the local topography. This 1952 edition provides a detailed look at the region’s early industrial footprint, specifically highlighting a Placer Mine and the surrounding network of watercourses like Placer Creek and Albert Creek. The presence of such mining activity near Belanger Pass suggests the historical importance of mineral extraction in this portion of the Alaska-Third Judicial Division. Local history and genealogy researchers can use the numerous named peaks and benchmarks, such as VABM Meyer and VABM Albert, to orient themselves within the remote terrain. The map also captures several smaller tributaries, including McDougal Creek, Shovel Creek, and Sleigh Creek, illustrating the complex hydrology of the interior mountains prior to modern development.