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2013 Map of Talkeetna Mountains A-1 SW

Name: 2013 Topographic Map of Talkeetna Mountains A-1 SW
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 2013
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 2013

About this map

The Horn Mountains dominate the southern landscape of this Matanuska-Susitna region, where the terrain is defined by a dense network of high-elevation drainages. Central to the topography is the Little Nelchina River, which flows through the northern reaches of the quadrangle. A fascinating geographical feature known as the Wall of China stands as a prominent landmark in the north-central area, overlooking the river valley.

Transport and movement through this part of the Talkeetna range are dictated by natural corridors like Cameron Pass, a vital point of navigation between rising peaks. The map reveals an intricate system of creeks, including Bubb Cr, Albert Cr, and Poorman Cr, which carve through the land in a pattern typical of the Alaskan interior's drainage systems. The absence of established roads or settlements highlights the wilderness character of the area during the early twenty-first century.