1952 Map of Talkeetna Mountains C-2

About this map

The Susitna River winds through the northern reaches of this interior Alaska landscape, captured during a 1952 survey of the Talkeetna Mountains. This remote high-country terrain is defined by a series of prominent peaks and drainage systems, with Clarence Lake serving as a central landmark for the surrounding hills. Several triangulation stations, including Vabm 4192 Windus and Vabm 5603 Goose, provide specific elevation control points across the mountainous divide. The presence of isolated Cabin sites near water sources like Gilbert Creek and Clarence Lake suggests the presence of seasonal trappers, hunters, or prospectors operating in the region. Tributaries such as Kosina Creek and Goose Creek etch deeply into the topography, illustrating the complex hydrology of the Matanuska-Susitna area before the introduction of modern infrastructure.