2023 Map of Valdez C-2 SW

About this map

Chitina sits at the base of steep elevation changes where the high interior of the Copper River Census Area descends toward the river valley. This map highlights the complex drainage patterns of the Alaskan wilderness, most notably where Hundell Creek cuts through the high-altitude terrain in the northern sections. The contour lines reveal a landscape of sharp ridges and deep glacial valleys typical of the region's southern interior. The settlement of Chitina serves as a critical point of human presence in an otherwise sparsely populated environment, reflecting the historical role of the area as a gateway to the region's interior resources and transportation routes.