1952 Map of Talkeetna Mountains B-2

About this map

The Talkeetna Mountains define this high-altitude landscape in the Matanuska-Susitna region, as documented in this mid-century topographic survey. The area is dominated by the complex drainage systems of the Oshetna River and the Black River, which carve through the elevations alongside smaller tributaries like Granite Creek and Gold Creek. A notable landmark is Twin Hills, standing between the river valleys, while Black Lake provides a rare still-water feature among the numerous streams. The topography, derived from 1949 aerial photography, captures the drainage patterns before any significant human development, showing a land defined entirely by its natural watercourses and glacial features.