2016 Map of Tyonek A-6 NW

About this map

Kidzqeni Glacier and Crater Glacier dominate the upper elevations of this terrain in the Kenai Peninsula Borough, their frozen expanses feeding the hydrological system of the region. The map reveals the dramatic glacial flow and topographic contours that define the western reaches of the Alaska Range. As these ice masses descend, they give rise to the Chakachatna River, which cuts a wide path through the central valley. In the northeast corner, the label Ch'atanalch'elt Li'a marks another significant ice feature, reflecting the indigenous naming conventions and the deep cultural landscape of the area. This 2016 survey documents the shifting ice and water margins of a wilderness shaped entirely by natural forces, providing a precise record of glacial positions and river drainage patterns.