2016 Map of Wiseman D-6 SW

About this map

Gates of the Arctic National Park encompasses the high-altitude terrain shown in this 2016 survey, where the Brooks Range landscape is defined by steep ridges and glacial valleys. The drainage system is dominated by the headwaters and tributaries of Kevuk Creek, which winds through the southern and central portions of the quadrangle. This map documents a protected wilderness area entirely devoid of permanent structures, roads, or human settlements, reflecting the preservation of one of the most secluded regions in North America. The topography reveals the intricate drainage patterns and sharp elevation changes typical of the central Brooks Range, providing a precise record of the natural contours within the Gates of the Arctic National Park boundaries as they were recorded at the start of the twenty-first century.