1952 Map of Unalakleet D-2

About this map

The Old Woman River meanders through this portion of the Alaska interior, joining the larger Unalakleet River valley in the northwest corner of the map. This early 1950s terrain is defined by its transit routes, most notably the Kaltac Portage and a designated Winter Trail, which represent critical overland paths used before modern infrastructure reached this part of the Nome region. These trails follow natural corridors through the hills, connecting the river systems and providing passage for seasonal travel. Tributaries like Bear Creek and Stove Creek drain the surrounding elevations, illustrating a landscape where movement was dictated by the seasonal flow of water and the orientation of the valley floors.