2023 Map of Valdez B-8 NW

About this map

Chugach National Forest encompasses the southern half of this landscape, where the massive Columbia Glacier and Science Glacier dominate the high-altitude topography. The terrain is defined by a series of prominent summits including Mt Haley, Flat Top Peak, and Mt Powder Top, which follow a ridgeline marking the transition between the glaciated valleys. The map illustrates the boundary between Matanuska-Susitna and Copper River Counties, providing a detailed look at the drainage patterns and ice fields before they meet the coastline further south. This survey captures the specialized geomorphology of the Alaskan wilderness, where elevation changes are swift and permanent ice features dictate the character of the land.