1979 Map of Tyonek C-1 SE

About this map

Nancy Lake State Recreation Area dominates this subarctic landscape in the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, where an intricate network of glacial lakes and wetlands is defined by the wandering course of the Little Susitna River. This orthophotomap, based on 1974 photography, reveals the dense vegetation and hydrography of the region during a period of expanding recreational infrastructure. Notable water bodies include the large Red Shirt Lake and the interconnected Papoose Twins Lake, Buckley Lake No 1, and Butterfly Lake. Remote access is indicated by a Winter Trail and a designated Landing Strip, highlighting the reliance on seasonal routes and bush aviation. Smaller features like Freundly Island and Pleasure Island suggest the early development of local recreational sites amidst the wilderness terrain.