2017 Map of Wiseman D-1 SW

About this map

Gates Of The Arctic National Park encompasses a significant portion of this landscape, where the northern interior of Alaska reveals a dramatic topography of sharp ridges and deep river valleys. High elevations are punctuated by peaks such as Whiteface Mtn and Harvey Mtn, which serve as primary landmarks for the region's hydrography. The drainage patterns are defined by the Clear River and its various tributaries, including Saint Patrick's Cr and Koyukukuk Cr. This 2017 survey by the U.S. Geological Survey illustrates a vast, roadless area within the Yukon-Koyukuk Census Area, emphasizing the natural corridors formed by waterways like the Chimney Fork and Roy Cr. The map's contour lines and stream placements reflect the glacial and fluvial processes that have shaped the Brooks Range foothills, providing a clear record of the area's wilderness character in the early 21st century.